analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#223944 — Onyx
#223944 is a dark moderately saturated blue sitting at 199° 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.
#223944
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Tints and shades of #223944
- f5f8fa
- d6e4ea
- b6cfda
- 97bacb
- 78a6bb
- 5991ab
- 47778e
- 385d6f
- 28434f
- 182930
- 090e11
Color schemes using #223944
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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#223944 FAQ
What color is #223944?
#223944 is a shade of onyx in the blue family. It has a hue of 199 degrees, 33% saturation and 20% lightness, which makes it a dark muted color.
What is the RGB value of #223944?
#223944 is rgb(34, 57, 68) in RGB, hsl(199, 33%, 20%) in HSL, and cmyk(50%, 16%, 0%, 73%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #223944?
White text on this background reaches 12.09:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 1.74:1.
What colors go well with #223944?
Its direct complement is #442D22. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #442228 and #443E22 gives you contrast without the vibration.