analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#2B0403 — Obsidian
#2B0403 is a dark saturated black sitting at 2° 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.
#2b0403
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- Contrast on white
- Contrast on black
Tints and shades of #2B0403
- fef1f1
- fbc7c5
- f89c99
- f5726d
- f24741
- ef1d15
- c7140e
- 9b100b
- 700b08
- 440705
- 180202
Color schemes using #2B0403
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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#2B0403 FAQ
What color is #2B0403?
#2B0403 is a shade of obsidian in the black family. It has a hue of 2 degrees, 87% saturation and 9% lightness, which makes it a dark saturated color.
What is the RGB value of #2B0403?
#2B0403 is rgb(43, 4, 3) in RGB, hsl(2, 87%, 9%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 91%, 93%, 83%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #2B0403?
White text on this background reaches 18.73:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 1.12:1.
What colors go well with #2B0403?
Its direct complement is #032A2B. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #032B18 and #03162B gives you contrast without the vibration.