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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#2C334E — Onyx
#2C334E is a dark moderately saturated blue sitting at 228° 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 #2C334E
- f5f6f9
- d7dbe9
- b9bfd8
- 9ba4c7
- 7d88b6
- 5f6da5
- 4d5988
- 3c456a
- 2b324c
- 1a1e2e
- 090b10
Color schemes using #2C334E
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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#2C334E FAQ
What color is #2C334E?
#2C334E is a shade of onyx in the blue family. It has a hue of 228 degrees, 28% saturation and 24% lightness, which makes it a dark muted color.
What is the RGB value of #2C334E?
#2C334E is rgb(44, 51, 78) in RGB, hsl(228, 28%, 24%) in HSL, and cmyk(44%, 35%, 0%, 69%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #2C334E?
White text on this background reaches 12.42:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 1.69:1.
What colors go well with #2C334E?
Its direct complement is #4E472C. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #4E362C and #444E2C gives you contrast without the vibration.