analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#222F4E — Onyx
#222F4E is a dark moderately saturated blue sitting at 222° 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 #222F4E
- f4f6fa
- d4dbec
- b3c0de
- 93a5cf
- 728ac1
- 516fb3
- 415a94
- 334674
- 243253
- 161f32
- 080b12
Color schemes using #222F4E
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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#222F4E FAQ
What color is #222F4E?
#222F4E is a shade of onyx in the blue family. It has a hue of 222 degrees, 39% saturation and 22% lightness, which makes it a dark muted color.
What is the RGB value of #222F4E?
#222F4E is rgb(34, 47, 78) in RGB, hsl(222, 39%, 22%) in HSL, and cmyk(56%, 40%, 0%, 69%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #222F4E?
White text on this background reaches 13.25:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 1.58:1.
What colors go well with #222F4E?
Its direct complement is #4E4122. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #4E2B22 and #454E22 gives you contrast without the vibration.