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#2C2E14 — Ebony

#2C2E14 is a dark moderately saturated yellow sitting at 65° 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 #2C2E14

Color schemes using #2C2E14

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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#2C2E14 FAQ

What color is #2C2E14?

#2C2E14 is a shade of ebony in the yellow family. It has a hue of 65 degrees, 39% saturation and 13% lightness, which makes it a dark muted color.

What is the RGB value of #2C2E14?

#2C2E14 is rgb(44, 46, 20) in RGB, hsl(65, 39%, 13%) in HSL, and cmyk(4%, 0%, 57%, 82%) in CMYK.

Can I use white text on #2C2E14?

White text on this background reaches 13.93:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 1.51:1.

What colors go well with #2C2E14?

Its direct complement is #16142E. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #141F2E and #23142E gives you contrast without the vibration.