Toolbox

HEX: #746CC0 | Modern Palette

On White
4.52:1
PASS
On Black
4.65:1
PASS

Color Specifications

HEX
#746CC0
RGB
116, 108, 192
HSL
245°, 43% ,75%
CMYK
39.58, 43.75, 0, 24.71

About Toolbox

Toolbox (#746CC0) is a color with RGB(116, 108, 192) and HSL(245.71°, 43.75%, 75.29%). It is commonly associated with Calm moods. In design, it fits Cool styles and is suitable for Text, Print. Its complementary color is #B8C06C, which creates strong contrast. Its triadic palette includes #C0746C and #6CC074. The name comes from Toolbox (English).

  • HEX: #746CC0
  • RGB: 116, 108, 192
  • HSL: 245.71°, 43.75%, 75.29%
  • Mood: Calm
  • Style: Cool
  • Use case: Text, Print
  • Complementary color: #B8C06C
  • Triadic colors: #C0746C, #6CC074
  • The name comes from Toolbox (English).

Live Components

LIGHT
DARK
System Notification Box

Color Palettes

Toolbox #746CC0 is used in Monochromatic, Neutral + Accent, Analogous, 3 + 1 + 1 palettes, giving designers ready-made combinations for backgrounds, surfaces, accents, and interface elements.

Monochromatic Five tones of the same hue — a reliable scale for backgrounds, surfaces, and text.
 
 
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Neutral + Accent Four near-neutral tones grounded by a saturated accent — clean and versatile for UI.
 
 
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Analogous Five hues drifting across a 60° arc — naturally harmonious and pleasing to the eye.
 
 
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3 + 1 + 1 Three analogous base colors, one complementary accent, one dark anchor — bold yet balanced.
 
 
 
 
 

Color Harmonies

Toolbox #746CC0 pairs with #B8C06C as its complementary color, and #C0746C and #6CC074 in triadic combinations. These harmony relationships help create balanced color combinations for UI, branding, and design work.

Complementary

The color directly opposite on the color wheel — creates maximum contrast and vibrance.

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Analogous

Colors adjacent on the wheel — naturally harmonious and pleasing to the eye.

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Triadic

Three colors equally spaced 120° apart — bold, balanced, and visually rich.

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Split-Complementary

Two colors flanking the complement — high contrast with less tension than full complementary.

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Tetradic (Square)

Four colors at 90° intervals — rich variety, best when one color dominates.

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Monochromatic

Shades and tints of the same hue — cohesive, elegant, and easy to work with.

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Shades & Tints

The shade and tint range for Toolbox #746CC0 moves from dark #090812 tones through the base color to lighter #EEEDF7 tones, making it useful for depth, hierarchy, and background variation.

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Color Characteristics

Mood
Calm
Style
Cool
Use case
Text Print

Accessibility Simulation

Deuteranopia #6E6EC0
Protanopia #6D6DC0
Tritanopia #637B7B
Achromatopsia #767676

Frequently Asked Questions

Toolbox (#746CC0) is a color with RGB(116, 108, 192) and HSL(245.71°, 43.75%, 75.29%).

#746CC0 pairs strongly with #B8C06C as its complementary color. It can also be used with neutral tones for balanced UI and design layouts.

#746CC0 is suitable for Text, Print and works well with Cool styles.

#746CC0 is commonly associated with Calm.

The name Toolbox is linked to Toolbox from English, meaning A box or chest for holding tools..

Name, History & Etymology

Origin Word Toolbox
Meaning A box or chest for holding tools.
Language English
First Recorded Use Late 19th Century

History

The word 'toolbox' is a compound word formed from 'tool' and 'box'. The word 'tool' itself comes from Old English 'tōl', meaning 'instrument, implement, weapon'. 'Box' comes from Old English 'box', referring to a 'wooden container'. The concept of a container specifically designed to hold tools likely emerged as tools became more specialized and numerous, requiring organized storage and portability. Early toolboxes would have been simple wooden chests, evolving over time to include more sophisticated designs, materials (like metal and plastic), and internal organization (trays, compartments). The metaphorical use of 'toolbox' (e.g., 'a toolbox of skills') became common in the 20th century.

First Recorded Use

1885

Cultural Associations

The toolbox is a ubiquitous symbol of craftsmanship, repair, and problem-solving. It is often associated with manual labor, DIY culture, and the ability to fix things. In many cultures, having a well-stocked toolbox is seen as a sign of preparedness and self-reliance. It also features prominently in popular culture, from children's toys to television shows and movies depicting construction or repair work. The phrase 'open your toolbox' or 'add to your toolbox' is a common metaphor for utilizing or acquiring a range of skills or strategies.

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Code Snippets

/* Background */
.element {
    background-color: #746CC0;
}

/* Text */
.element {
    color: #746CC0;
}

/* Border */
.element {
    border: 1px solid #746CC0;
}

/* Linear gradient to complementary */
.element {
    background: linear-gradient(
        to right,
        #746CC0,
        #D6DCA4
    );
}

/* Radial gradient */
.element {
    background: radial-gradient(
        circle,
        #746CC0,
        #D6DCA4
    );
}

// SCSS variable
$toolbox: #746CC0;

// With RGB channels (useful for rgba() usage)
$toolbox-r: 116;
$toolbox-g: 108;
$toolbox-b: 192;

// Usage
.element {
    background-color: $toolbox;
    color: rgba($toolbox-r, $toolbox-g, $toolbox-b, 0.8);
}