analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#291137 — Ebony
#291137 is a dark moderately saturated purple sitting at 278° 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.
#291137
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Tints and shades of #291137
- f8f3fb
- e4cff0
- d0ace5
- bc88da
- a864cf
- 9440c4
- 7a32a3
- 5f277f
- 441c5b
- 291137
- 0f0614
Color schemes using #291137
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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#291137 FAQ
What color is #291137?
#291137 is a shade of ebony in the purple family. It has a hue of 278 degrees, 53% saturation and 14% lightness, which makes it a dark muted color.
What is the RGB value of #291137?
#291137 is rgb(41, 17, 55) in RGB, hsl(278, 53%, 14%) in HSL, and cmyk(25%, 69%, 0%, 78%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #291137?
White text on this background reaches 17.08:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 1.23:1.
What colors go well with #291137?
Its direct complement is #1F3711. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #323711 and #113716 gives you contrast without the vibration.