analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#2C4181 — Charcoal
#2C4181 is a dark moderately saturated blue sitting at 225° 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.
#2c4181
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Tints and shades of #2C4181
- f4f5fb
- d1d8ef
- aebbe3
- 8b9ed7
- 6881cb
- 4563bf
- 36509f
- 2a3f7c
- 1e2d59
- 121b36
- 070a13
Color schemes using #2C4181
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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#2C4181 FAQ
What color is #2C4181?
#2C4181 is a shade of charcoal in the blue family. It has a hue of 225 degrees, 49% saturation and 34% lightness, which makes it a dark muted color.
What is the RGB value of #2C4181?
#2C4181 is rgb(44, 65, 129) in RGB, hsl(225, 49%, 34%) in HSL, and cmyk(66%, 50%, 0%, 49%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #2C4181?
White text on this background reaches 9.63:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 2.18:1.
What colors go well with #2C4181?
Its direct complement is #816C2C. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #81412C and #6C812C gives you contrast without the vibration.