analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#172D06 — Ebony
#172D06 is a dark saturated black sitting at 94° 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.
#172d06
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Tints and shades of #172D06
- f7fdf2
- ddf8c8
- c3f29f
- a9ec76
- 8fe74c
- 75e123
- 60bc1a
- 4b9214
- 36690e
- 214009
- 0b1603
Color schemes using #172D06
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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#172D06 FAQ
What color is #172D06?
#172D06 is a shade of ebony in the black family. It has a hue of 94 degrees, 76% saturation and 10% lightness, which makes it a dark saturated color.
What is the RGB value of #172D06?
#172D06 is rgb(23, 45, 6) in RGB, hsl(94, 76%, 10%) in HSL, and cmyk(49%, 0%, 87%, 82%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #172D06?
White text on this background reaches 14.85:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 1.41:1.
What colors go well with #172D06?
Its direct complement is #1C062D. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #09062D and #2D062A gives you contrast without the vibration.