analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#2A3055 — Charcoal
#2A3055 is a dark moderately saturated blue sitting at 232° 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.
#2a3055
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- Contrast on white
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Tints and shades of #2A3055
- f5f5fa
- d5d8ea
- b6bbdb
- 969ecc
- 7780bc
- 5863ad
- 46508f
- 373e6f
- 272d50
- 181b31
- 080a11
Color schemes using #2A3055
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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#2A3055 FAQ
What color is #2A3055?
#2A3055 is a shade of charcoal in the blue family. It has a hue of 232 degrees, 34% saturation and 25% lightness, which makes it a dark muted color.
What is the RGB value of #2A3055?
#2A3055 is rgb(42, 48, 85) in RGB, hsl(232, 34%, 25%) in HSL, and cmyk(51%, 44%, 0%, 67%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #2A3055?
White text on this background reaches 12.71:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 1.65:1.
What colors go well with #2A3055?
Its direct complement is #55502A. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #553A2A and #46552A gives you contrast without the vibration.