analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#120B23 — Ebony
#120B23 is a dark moderately saturated black sitting at 258° 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.
#120b23
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Tints and shades of #120B23
- f6f3fb
- d9d0f0
- bdace5
- a188da
- 8465ce
- 6841c3
- 5433a2
- 42287e
- 2f1d5b
- 1d1137
- 0a0613
Color schemes using #120B23
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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#120B23 FAQ
What color is #120B23?
#120B23 is a shade of ebony in the black family. It has a hue of 258 degrees, 52% saturation and 9% lightness, which makes it a dark muted color.
What is the RGB value of #120B23?
#120B23 is rgb(18, 11, 35) in RGB, hsl(258, 52%, 9%) in HSL, and cmyk(49%, 69%, 0%, 86%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #120B23?
White text on this background reaches 19.13:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 1.1:1.
What colors go well with #120B23?
Its direct complement is #1C230B. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #231E0B and #10230B gives you contrast without the vibration.