analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#2B5073 — Charcoal
#2B5073 is a dark moderately saturated blue sitting at 209° 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.
#2b5073
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Tints and shades of #2B5073
- f4f7fb
- d2e0ee
- afc9e2
- 8db2d5
- 6b9bc8
- 4984bc
- 3a6c9c
- 2d5479
- 203d57
- 142535
- 070d13
Color schemes using #2B5073
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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#2B5073 FAQ
What color is #2B5073?
#2B5073 is a shade of charcoal in the blue family. It has a hue of 209 degrees, 46% saturation and 31% lightness, which makes it a dark muted color.
What is the RGB value of #2B5073?
#2B5073 is rgb(43, 80, 115) in RGB, hsl(209, 46%, 31%) in HSL, and cmyk(63%, 30%, 0%, 55%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #2B5073?
White text on this background reaches 8.41:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 2.5:1.
What colors go well with #2B5073?
Its direct complement is #734E2B. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #732B2C and #73722B gives you contrast without the vibration.