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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#1A3742 — Onyx
#1A3742 is a dark moderately saturated blue sitting at 197° 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 #1A3742
- f4f9fb
- d3e6ed
- b1d3e0
- 8fc0d3
- 6eacc5
- 4c99b8
- 3d7e98
- 2f6377
- 224755
- 152b34
- 070f12
Color schemes using #1A3742
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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#1A3742 FAQ
What color is #1A3742?
#1A3742 is a shade of onyx in the blue family. It has a hue of 197 degrees, 43% saturation and 18% lightness, which makes it a dark muted color.
What is the RGB value of #1A3742?
#1A3742 is rgb(26, 55, 66) in RGB, hsl(197, 43%, 18%) in HSL, and cmyk(61%, 17%, 0%, 74%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #1A3742?
White text on this background reaches 12.58:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 1.67:1.
What colors go well with #1A3742?
Its direct complement is #42251A. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #421A23 and #42391A gives you contrast without the vibration.