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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#1A3042 — Onyx
#1A3042 is a dark moderately saturated blue sitting at 207° 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 #1A3042
- f4f8fb
- d3e1ed
- b1cbe0
- 8fb4d3
- 6e9ec5
- 4c87b8
- 3d6f98
- 2f5777
- 223e55
- 152634
- 070d12
Color schemes using #1A3042
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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#1A3042 FAQ
What color is #1A3042?
#1A3042 is a shade of onyx in the blue family. It has a hue of 207 degrees, 43% saturation and 18% lightness, which makes it a dark muted color.
What is the RGB value of #1A3042?
#1A3042 is rgb(26, 48, 66) in RGB, hsl(207, 43%, 18%) in HSL, and cmyk(61%, 27%, 0%, 74%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #1A3042?
White text on this background reaches 13.59:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 1.55:1.
What colors go well with #1A3042?
Its direct complement is #422C1A. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #421A1C and #42401A gives you contrast without the vibration.