analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#2A0917 — Obsidian
#2A0917 is a dark saturated black sitting at 335° 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.
#2a0917
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Tints and shades of #2A0917
- fcf2f7
- f4ccdd
- eca5c3
- e47ea9
- db588f
- d33175
- b0255f
- 891d4a
- 621535
- 3c0d20
- 15040b
Color schemes using #2A0917
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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#2A0917 FAQ
What color is #2A0917?
#2A0917 is a shade of obsidian in the black family. It has a hue of 335 degrees, 65% saturation and 10% lightness, which makes it a dark saturated color.
What is the RGB value of #2A0917?
#2A0917 is rgb(42, 9, 23) in RGB, hsl(335, 65%, 10%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 79%, 45%, 84%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #2A0917?
White text on this background reaches 18.26:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 1.15:1.
What colors go well with #2A0917?
Its direct complement is #092A1C. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #092A0C and #09272A gives you contrast without the vibration.