analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#162341 — Onyx
#162341 is a dark moderately saturated blue sitting at 222° 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.
#162341
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Tints and shades of #162341
- f4f6fb
- d1daef
- aebee3
- 8ba2d7
- 6886cb
- 456abf
- 36569f
- 2a437c
- 1e3059
- 121d36
- 070a13
Color schemes using #162341
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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#162341 FAQ
What color is #162341?
#162341 is a shade of onyx in the blue family. It has a hue of 222 degrees, 49% saturation and 17% lightness, which makes it a dark muted color.
What is the RGB value of #162341?
#162341 is rgb(22, 35, 65) in RGB, hsl(222, 49%, 17%) in HSL, and cmyk(66%, 46%, 0%, 75%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #162341?
White text on this background reaches 15.55:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 1.35:1.
What colors go well with #162341?
Its direct complement is #413416. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #411F16 and #384116 gives you contrast without the vibration.