analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#2B1F03 — Ebony
#2B1F03 is a dark saturated black sitting at 42° 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.
#2b1f03
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- Contrast on white
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Tints and shades of #2B1F03
- fefaf1
- fbebc5
- f8db99
- f5cc6d
- f2bd41
- efae15
- c7900e
- 9b700b
- 705008
- 443105
- 181102
Color schemes using #2B1F03
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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#2B1F03 FAQ
What color is #2B1F03?
#2B1F03 is a shade of ebony in the black family. It has a hue of 42 degrees, 87% saturation and 9% lightness, which makes it a dark saturated color.
What is the RGB value of #2B1F03?
#2B1F03 is rgb(43, 31, 3) in RGB, hsl(42, 87%, 9%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 28%, 93%, 83%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #2B1F03?
White text on this background reaches 16.15:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 1.3:1.
What colors go well with #2B1F03?
Its direct complement is #030F2B. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #03232B and #0B032B gives you contrast without the vibration.