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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#2A4255 — Charcoal
#2A4255 is a dark moderately saturated blue sitting at 207° 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 #2A4255
- f5f8fa
- d5e1ea
- b6cadb
- 96b4cc
- 779dbc
- 5886ad
- 466e8f
- 37566f
- 273e50
- 182531
- 080d11
Color schemes using #2A4255
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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#2A4255 FAQ
What color is #2A4255?
#2A4255 is a shade of charcoal in the blue family. It has a hue of 207 degrees, 34% saturation and 25% lightness, which makes it a dark muted color.
What is the RGB value of #2A4255?
#2A4255 is rgb(42, 66, 85) in RGB, hsl(207, 34%, 25%) in HSL, and cmyk(51%, 22%, 0%, 67%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #2A4255?
White text on this background reaches 10.45:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 2.01:1.
What colors go well with #2A4255?
Its direct complement is #553E2A. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #552A2C and #55532A gives you contrast without the vibration.