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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#1A3242 — Onyx
#1A3242 is a dark moderately saturated blue sitting at 204° 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 #1A3242
- f4f8fb
- d3e3ed
- b1cde0
- 8fb8d3
- 6ea2c5
- 4c8db8
- 3d7498
- 2f5a77
- 224155
- 152734
- 070e12
Color schemes using #1A3242
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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#1A3242 FAQ
What color is #1A3242?
#1A3242 is a shade of onyx in the blue family. It has a hue of 204 degrees, 43% saturation and 18% lightness, which makes it a dark muted color.
What is the RGB value of #1A3242?
#1A3242 is rgb(26, 50, 66) in RGB, hsl(204, 43%, 18%) in HSL, and cmyk(61%, 24%, 0%, 74%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #1A3242?
White text on this background reaches 13.3:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 1.58:1.
What colors go well with #1A3242?
Its direct complement is #422A1A. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #421A1E and #423E1A gives you contrast without the vibration.