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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#18142E — Ebony
#18142E is a dark moderately saturated blue sitting at 249° 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.
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Tints and shades of #18142E
- f5f4fa
- d7d4ec
- bab3de
- 9c93cf
- 7e72c1
- 6051b3
- 4d4194
- 3c3374
- 2b2453
- 1a1632
- 090812
Color schemes using #18142E
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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#18142E FAQ
What color is #18142E?
#18142E is a shade of ebony in the blue family. It has a hue of 249 degrees, 39% saturation and 13% lightness, which makes it a dark muted color.
What is the RGB value of #18142E?
#18142E is rgb(24, 20, 46) in RGB, hsl(249, 39%, 13%) in HSL, and cmyk(48%, 57%, 0%, 82%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #18142E?
White text on this background reaches 17.82:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 1.18:1.
What colors go well with #18142E?
Its direct complement is #2A2E14. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #2E2514 and #1D2E14 gives you contrast without the vibration.