analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#161137 — Ebony
#161137 is a dark moderately saturated blue sitting at 248° 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.
#161137
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Tints and shades of #161137
- f4f3fb
- d4cff0
- b3ace5
- 9388da
- 7264cf
- 5140c4
- 4132a3
- 33277f
- 241c5b
- 161137
- 080614
Color schemes using #161137
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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#161137 FAQ
What color is #161137?
#161137 is a shade of ebony in the blue family. It has a hue of 248 degrees, 53% saturation and 14% lightness, which makes it a dark muted color.
What is the RGB value of #161137?
#161137 is rgb(22, 17, 55) in RGB, hsl(248, 53%, 14%) in HSL, and cmyk(60%, 69%, 0%, 78%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #161137?
White text on this background reaches 17.96:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 1.17:1.
What colors go well with #161137?
Its direct complement is #323711. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #372911 and #1F3711 gives you contrast without the vibration.