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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#2C457D — Charcoal
#2C457D is a dark moderately saturated blue sitting at 221° 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.
#2c457d
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Tints and shades of #2C457D
- f4f6fb
- d1daef
- aebfe3
- 8ca3d6
- 6988ca
- 466cbe
- 37589e
- 2b447b
- 1f3158
- 131e36
- 070b13
Color schemes using #2C457D
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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#2C457D FAQ
What color is #2C457D?
#2C457D is a shade of charcoal in the blue family. It has a hue of 221 degrees, 48% saturation and 33% lightness, which makes it a dark muted color.
What is the RGB value of #2C457D?
#2C457D is rgb(44, 69, 125) in RGB, hsl(221, 48%, 33%) in HSL, and cmyk(65%, 45%, 0%, 51%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #2C457D?
White text on this background reaches 9.31:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 2.25:1.
What colors go well with #2C457D?
Its direct complement is #7D632C. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #7D3B2C and #6E7D2C gives you contrast without the vibration.