analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#1B0809 — Obsidian
#1B0809 is a dark moderately saturated black sitting at 357° 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.
#1b0809
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- Contrast on white
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Tints and shades of #1B0809
- fbf3f4
- f1cfd1
- e6abae
- db878b
- d06368
- c63f45
- a43137
- 80262b
- 5c1b1f
- 381113
- 140607
Color schemes using #1B0809
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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#1B0809 FAQ
What color is #1B0809?
#1B0809 is a shade of obsidian in the black family. It has a hue of 357 degrees, 54% saturation and 7% lightness, which makes it a dark muted color.
What is the RGB value of #1B0809?
#1B0809 is rgb(27, 8, 9) in RGB, hsl(357, 54%, 7%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 70%, 67%, 89%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #1B0809?
White text on this background reaches 19.35:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 1.09:1.
What colors go well with #1B0809?
Its direct complement is #081B1B. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #081B11 and #08131B gives you contrast without the vibration.