analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#1B1136 — Ebony
#1B1136 is a dark moderately saturated purple sitting at 256° 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.
#1b1136
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Tints and shades of #1B1136
- f5f3fb
- d8d0f0
- bbace5
- 9e88da
- 8165ce
- 6441c3
- 5133a2
- 3f287e
- 2d1d5b
- 1b1137
- 0a0613
Color schemes using #1B1136
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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#1B1136 FAQ
What color is #1B1136?
#1B1136 is a shade of ebony in the purple family. It has a hue of 256 degrees, 52% saturation and 14% lightness, which makes it a dark muted color.
What is the RGB value of #1B1136?
#1B1136 is rgb(27, 17, 54) in RGB, hsl(256, 52%, 14%) in HSL, and cmyk(50%, 69%, 0%, 79%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #1B1136?
White text on this background reaches 17.8:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 1.18:1.
What colors go well with #1B1136?
Its direct complement is #2C3611. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #362E11 and #1A3611 gives you contrast without the vibration.