analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#121640 — Ebony
#121640 is a dark moderately saturated blue sitting at 235° 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.
#121640
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Tints and shades of #121640
- f3f4fc
- ced1f1
- aaafe7
- 858ddd
- 616ad2
- 3c48c8
- 2f39a6
- 252c82
- 1a205d
- 101338
- 060714
Color schemes using #121640
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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#121640 FAQ
What color is #121640?
#121640 is a shade of ebony in the blue family. It has a hue of 235 degrees, 56% saturation and 16% lightness, which makes it a dark muted color.
What is the RGB value of #121640?
#121640 is rgb(18, 22, 64) in RGB, hsl(235, 56%, 16%) in HSL, and cmyk(72%, 66%, 0%, 75%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #121640?
White text on this background reaches 17.29:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 1.21:1.
What colors go well with #121640?
Its direct complement is #403C12. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #402512 and #2D4012 gives you contrast without the vibration.