analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#2B1136 — Ebony
#2B1136 is a dark moderately saturated purple sitting at 282° 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.
#2b1136
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Tints and shades of #2B1136
- f9f3fb
- e6d0f0
- d4ace5
- c188da
- af65ce
- 9c41c3
- 8133a2
- 64287e
- 481d5b
- 2c1137
- 0f0613
Color schemes using #2B1136
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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#2B1136 FAQ
What color is #2B1136?
#2B1136 is a shade of ebony in the purple family. It has a hue of 282 degrees, 52% saturation and 14% lightness, which makes it a dark muted color.
What is the RGB value of #2B1136?
#2B1136 is rgb(43, 17, 54) in RGB, hsl(282, 52%, 14%) in HSL, and cmyk(20%, 69%, 0%, 79%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #2B1136?
White text on this background reaches 16.99:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 1.24:1.
What colors go well with #2B1136?
Its direct complement is #1C3611. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #2F3611 and #113619 gives you contrast without the vibration.