Monochromatic Color Palette Calculator

Generate a monochromatic color palette — five shades of the same hue at varying lightness levels — from a single base hex color. Monochromatic palettes create a cohesive, harmonious look for design projects.

Inputs
Results
Shade 1 (Darkest)
#042862
Shade 2
#0846AB
Shade 3 (Base Lightness)
#3B82F6
Shade 4
#5492F7
Shade 5 (Lightest)
#B6D0FC

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Formula

Same Hue and Saturation, Lightness varied across 5 fixed steps (20%, 35%, base, 65%, 85%)

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