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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#2A3441 — Onyx
#2A3441 is a dark desaturated blue sitting at 214° 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 #2A3441
- f6f7f9
- d9dfe6
- bdc7d4
- a1afc1
- 8497af
- 687f9c
- 546881
- 425165
- 2f3a48
- 1d232c
- 0a0c0f
Color schemes using #2A3441
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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#2A3441 FAQ
What color is #2A3441?
#2A3441 is a shade of onyx in the blue family. It has a hue of 214 degrees, 21% saturation and 21% lightness, which makes it a dark muted color.
What is the RGB value of #2A3441?
#2A3441 is rgb(42, 52, 65) in RGB, hsl(214, 21%, 21%) in HSL, and cmyk(35%, 20%, 0%, 75%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #2A3441?
White text on this background reaches 12.61:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 1.67:1.
What colors go well with #2A3441?
Its direct complement is #41372A. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #412C2A and #3F412A gives you contrast without the vibration.