analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#2B1C03 — Ebony
#2B1C03 is a dark saturated black sitting at 38° 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.
#2b1c03
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- Contrast on white
- Contrast on black
Tints and shades of #2B1C03
- fef9f1
- fbe7c5
- f8d599
- f5c36d
- f2b141
- ef9f15
- c7830e
- 9b660b
- 704a08
- 442d05
- 181002
Color schemes using #2B1C03
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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#2B1C03 FAQ
What color is #2B1C03?
#2B1C03 is a shade of ebony in the black family. It has a hue of 38 degrees, 87% saturation and 9% lightness, which makes it a dark saturated color.
What is the RGB value of #2B1C03?
#2B1C03 is rgb(43, 28, 3) in RGB, hsl(38, 87%, 9%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 35%, 93%, 83%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #2B1C03?
White text on this background reaches 16.53:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 1.27:1.
What colors go well with #2B1C03?
Its direct complement is #03122B. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #03262B and #08032B gives you contrast without the vibration.