analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#1B1028 — Ebony
#1B1028 is a dark moderately saturated black sitting at 268° 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.
#1b1028
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- Contrast on white
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Tints and shades of #1B1028
- f7f4fb
- dfd3ed
- c7b1e0
- af8fd3
- 976ec5
- 7e4cb8
- 683d98
- 512f77
- 3a2255
- 231534
- 0c0712
Color schemes using #1B1028
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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#1B1028 FAQ
What color is #1B1028?
#1B1028 is a shade of ebony in the black family. It has a hue of 268 degrees, 43% saturation and 11% lightness, which makes it a dark muted color.
What is the RGB value of #1B1028?
#1B1028 is rgb(27, 16, 40) in RGB, hsl(268, 43%, 11%) in HSL, and cmyk(33%, 60%, 0%, 84%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #1B1028?
White text on this background reaches 18.24:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 1.15:1.
What colors go well with #1B1028?
Its direct complement is #1D2810. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #282710 and #112810 gives you contrast without the vibration.