analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#280B25 — Ebony
#280B25 is a dark moderately saturated black sitting at 306° 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.
#280b25
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Tints and shades of #280B25
- fcf3fb
- f2ceee
- e8a9e1
- dd84d5
- d360c8
- c93bbb
- a72e9b
- 832479
- 5e1a57
- 391035
- 140513
Color schemes using #280B25
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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#280B25 FAQ
What color is #280B25?
#280B25 is a shade of ebony in the black family. It has a hue of 306 degrees, 57% saturation and 10% lightness, which makes it a dark muted color.
What is the RGB value of #280B25?
#280B25 is rgb(40, 11, 37) in RGB, hsl(306, 57%, 10%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 73%, 7%, 84%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #280B25?
White text on this background reaches 18.03:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 1.16:1.
What colors go well with #280B25?
Its direct complement is #0B280E. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #17280B and #0B281C gives you contrast without the vibration.