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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#2A314B — Onyx
#2A314B is a dark moderately saturated blue sitting at 227° 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 #2A314B
- f5f6f9
- d7dbe9
- b9c0d8
- 9ba5c7
- 7d89b6
- 5f6ea5
- 4d5a88
- 3c466a
- 2b324c
- 1a1e2e
- 090b10
Color schemes using #2A314B
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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#2A314B FAQ
What color is #2A314B?
#2A314B is a shade of onyx in the blue family. It has a hue of 227 degrees, 28% saturation and 23% lightness, which makes it a dark muted color.
What is the RGB value of #2A314B?
#2A314B is rgb(42, 49, 75) in RGB, hsl(227, 28%, 23%) in HSL, and cmyk(44%, 35%, 0%, 71%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #2A314B?
White text on this background reaches 12.81:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 1.64:1.
What colors go well with #2A314B?
Its direct complement is #4B442A. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #4B342A and #424B2A gives you contrast without the vibration.