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#1A3642 — Onyx

#1A3642 is a dark moderately saturated blue sitting at 198° 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 #1A3642

Color schemes using #1A3642

analogous

Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.

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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#1A3642 FAQ

What color is #1A3642?

#1A3642 is a shade of onyx in the blue family. It has a hue of 198 degrees, 43% saturation and 18% lightness, which makes it a dark muted color.

What is the RGB value of #1A3642?

#1A3642 is rgb(26, 54, 66) in RGB, hsl(198, 43%, 18%) in HSL, and cmyk(61%, 18%, 0%, 74%) in CMYK.

Can I use white text on #1A3642?

White text on this background reaches 12.73:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 1.65:1.

What colors go well with #1A3642?

Its direct complement is #42261A. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #421A22 and #423A1A gives you contrast without the vibration.