analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#2B2B36 — Onyx
#2B2B36 is a dark desaturated gray sitting at 240° 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.
#2b2b36
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Tints and shades of #2B2B36
- f7f7f8
- dcdce3
- c2c2ce
- a8a8ba
- 8e8ea5
- 747490
- 5f5f76
- 4a4a5c
- 353542
- 202028
- 0b0b0e
Color schemes using #2B2B36
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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#2B2B36 FAQ
What color is #2B2B36?
#2B2B36 is a shade of onyx in the gray family. It has a hue of 240 degrees, 11% saturation and 19% lightness, which makes it a dark muted color.
What is the RGB value of #2B2B36?
#2B2B36 is rgb(43, 43, 54) in RGB, hsl(240, 11%, 19%) in HSL, and cmyk(20%, 20%, 0%, 79%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #2B2B36?
White text on this background reaches 13.99:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 1.5:1.
What colors go well with #2B2B36?
Its direct complement is #36362B. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #36302B and #30362B gives you contrast without the vibration.