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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#2A344B — Onyx
#2A344B is a dark moderately saturated blue sitting at 222° 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 #2A344B
- f5f6f9
- d7dce9
- b9c2d8
- 9ba8c7
- 7d8eb6
- 5f74a5
- 4d5f88
- 3c4a6a
- 2b354c
- 1a202e
- 090b10
Color schemes using #2A344B
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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#2A344B FAQ
What color is #2A344B?
#2A344B is a shade of onyx in the blue family. It has a hue of 222 degrees, 28% saturation and 23% lightness, which makes it a dark muted color.
What is the RGB value of #2A344B?
#2A344B is rgb(42, 52, 75) in RGB, hsl(222, 28%, 23%) in HSL, and cmyk(44%, 31%, 0%, 71%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #2A344B?
White text on this background reaches 12.42:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 1.69:1.
What colors go well with #2A344B?
Its direct complement is #4B412A. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #4B312A and #454B2A gives you contrast without the vibration.