analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#28444D — Charcoal
#28444D is a dark moderately saturated blue sitting at 195° 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 #28444D
- f5f9fa
- d6e5ea
- b7d1da
- 98bdca
- 79aaba
- 5a96aa
- 487c8d
- 39606e
- 29454f
- 192a30
- 090f11
Color schemes using #28444D
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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#28444D FAQ
What color is #28444D?
#28444D is a shade of charcoal in the blue family. It has a hue of 195 degrees, 32% saturation and 23% lightness, which makes it a dark muted color.
What is the RGB value of #28444D?
#28444D is rgb(40, 68, 77) in RGB, hsl(195, 32%, 23%) in HSL, and cmyk(48%, 12%, 0%, 70%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #28444D?
White text on this background reaches 10.37:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 2.02:1.
What colors go well with #28444D?
Its direct complement is #4D3128. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #4D2831 and #4D4428 gives you contrast without the vibration.