analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#1C2331 — Ebony
#1C2331 is a dark moderately saturated blue sitting at 220° 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 #1C2331
- f5f7f9
- d7dde8
- bac4d7
- 9caac6
- 7e90b5
- 6077a4
- 4e6187
- 3d4c6a
- 2c364c
- 1a212e
- 090c10
Color schemes using #1C2331
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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#1C2331 FAQ
What color is #1C2331?
#1C2331 is a shade of ebony in the blue family. It has a hue of 220 degrees, 27% saturation and 15% lightness, which makes it a dark muted color.
What is the RGB value of #1C2331?
#1C2331 is rgb(28, 35, 49) in RGB, hsl(220, 27%, 15%) in HSL, and cmyk(43%, 29%, 0%, 81%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #1C2331?
White text on this background reaches 15.74:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 1.33:1.
What colors go well with #1C2331?
Its direct complement is #312A1C. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #311F1C and #2D311C gives you contrast without the vibration.