analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#2B3136 — Onyx
#2B3136 is a dark desaturated gray sitting at 207° 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.
#2b3136
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Tints and shades of #2B3136
- f7f7f8
- dce0e3
- c2c9ce
- a8b2ba
- 8e9ba5
- 748390
- 5f6c76
- 4a545c
- 353c42
- 202528
- 0b0d0e
Color schemes using #2B3136
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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#2B3136 FAQ
What color is #2B3136?
#2B3136 is a shade of onyx in the gray family. It has a hue of 207 degrees, 11% saturation and 19% lightness, which makes it a dark muted color.
What is the RGB value of #2B3136?
#2B3136 is rgb(43, 49, 54) in RGB, hsl(207, 11%, 19%) in HSL, and cmyk(20%, 9%, 0%, 79%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #2B3136?
White text on this background reaches 13.16:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 1.6:1.
What colors go well with #2B3136?
Its direct complement is #36302B. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #362B2C and #36352B gives you contrast without the vibration.