analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#08121B — Obsidian
#08121B is a dark moderately saturated black sitting at 208° on the color wheel. Below you will find every format, a full tint and shade ramp, contrast ratings, and five harmony schemes built around it.
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Tints and shades of #08121B
- f3f8fb
- cfe1f1
- abcae6
- 87b4db
- 639dd0
- 3f87c6
- 316ea4
- 265680
- 1b3e5c
- 112638
- 060d14
Color schemes using #08121B
complementary
Two opposite hues that create the strongest possible contrast and visual tension.
split complementary
A base hue paired with the two neighbours of its complement — bold but easier to balance.
triadic
Three hues spaced evenly around the wheel for a vibrant, well-balanced scheme.
tetradic
Two complementary pairs, giving you the widest range of usable accents.
monochromatic
A single hue explored across lightness and saturation for a refined, minimal look.
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#08121B FAQ
What color is #08121B?
#08121B is a shade of obsidian in the black family. It has a hue of 208 degrees, 54% saturation and 7% lightness, which makes it a dark muted color.
What is the RGB value of #08121B?
#08121B is rgb(8, 18, 27) in RGB, hsl(208, 54%, 7%) in HSL, and cmyk(70%, 33%, 0%, 89%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #08121B?
White text on this background reaches 18.87:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 1.11:1.
What colors go well with #08121B?
Its direct complement is #1B1108. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #1B0809 and #1B1B08 gives you contrast without the vibration.