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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#2A284D — Onyx
#2A284D is a dark moderately saturated blue sitting at 243° 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 #2A284D
- f5f5fa
- d7d6ea
- b9b7da
- 9a98ca
- 7c79ba
- 5e5aaa
- 4c488d
- 3b396e
- 2a294f
- 1a1930
- 090911
Color schemes using #2A284D
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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#2A284D FAQ
What color is #2A284D?
#2A284D is a shade of onyx in the blue family. It has a hue of 243 degrees, 32% saturation and 23% lightness, which makes it a dark muted color.
What is the RGB value of #2A284D?
#2A284D is rgb(42, 40, 77) in RGB, hsl(243, 32%, 23%) in HSL, and cmyk(45%, 48%, 0%, 70%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #2A284D?
White text on this background reaches 13.92:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 1.51:1.
What colors go well with #2A284D?
Its direct complement is #4C4D28. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #4D3D28 and #394D28 gives you contrast without the vibration.