analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#221C15 — Ebony
#221C15 is a dark desaturated black sitting at 32° 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 #221C15
- f9f7f6
- e7e0d8
- d6c9bb
- c4b29e
- b29b81
- a08464
- 846c51
- 67543f
- 4a3d2d
- 2d251c
- 100d0a
Color schemes using #221C15
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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#221C15 FAQ
What color is #221C15?
#221C15 is a shade of ebony in the black family. It has a hue of 32 degrees, 24% saturation and 11% lightness, which makes it a dark muted color.
What is the RGB value of #221C15?
#221C15 is rgb(34, 28, 21) in RGB, hsl(32, 24%, 11%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 18%, 38%, 87%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #221C15?
White text on this background reaches 16.87:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 1.24:1.
What colors go well with #221C15?
Its direct complement is #151C23. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #152223 and #161523 gives you contrast without the vibration.