analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#122540 — Onyx
#122540 is a dark moderately saturated blue sitting at 215° 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.
#122540
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Tints and shades of #122540
- f3f7fc
- ceddf1
- aac3e7
- 85aadd
- 6190d2
- 3c76c8
- 2f61a6
- 254b82
- 1a365d
- 102138
- 060c14
Color schemes using #122540
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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#122540 FAQ
What color is #122540?
#122540 is a shade of onyx in the blue family. It has a hue of 215 degrees, 56% saturation and 16% lightness, which makes it a dark muted color.
What is the RGB value of #122540?
#122540 is rgb(18, 37, 64) in RGB, hsl(215, 56%, 16%) in HSL, and cmyk(72%, 42%, 0%, 75%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #122540?
White text on this background reaches 15.39:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 1.36:1.
What colors go well with #122540?
Its direct complement is #402D12. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #401612 and #3C4012 gives you contrast without the vibration.