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#2C2B3B — Onyx

#2C2B3B is a dark desaturated blue sitting at 244° 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.

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Tints and shades of #2C2B3B

Color schemes using #2C2B3B

analogous

Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.

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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#2C2B3B FAQ

What color is #2C2B3B?

#2C2B3B is a shade of onyx in the blue family. It has a hue of 244 degrees, 16% saturation and 20% lightness, which makes it a dark muted color.

What is the RGB value of #2C2B3B?

#2C2B3B is rgb(44, 43, 59) in RGB, hsl(244, 16%, 20%) in HSL, and cmyk(25%, 27%, 0%, 77%) in CMYK.

Can I use white text on #2C2B3B?

White text on this background reaches 13.85:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 1.52:1.

What colors go well with #2C2B3B?

Its direct complement is #3A3B2B. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #3B342B and #323B2B gives you contrast without the vibration.