analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#2D1E1B — Ebony
#2D1E1B is a dark moderately saturated brown sitting at 10° 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 #2D1E1B
- f9f6f5
- e8dbd8
- d6bfbb
- c4a49d
- b38980
- a16d63
- 855950
- 68453e
- 4b322d
- 2d1e1b
- 100b0a
Color schemes using #2D1E1B
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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#2D1E1B FAQ
What color is #2D1E1B?
#2D1E1B is a shade of ebony in the brown family. It has a hue of 10 degrees, 25% saturation and 14% lightness, which makes it a dark muted color.
What is the RGB value of #2D1E1B?
#2D1E1B is rgb(45, 30, 27) in RGB, hsl(10, 25%, 14%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 33%, 40%, 82%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #2D1E1B?
White text on this background reaches 15.99:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 1.31:1.
What colors go well with #2D1E1B?
Its direct complement is #1B2A2D. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #1B2D27 and #1B212D gives you contrast without the vibration.