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#2D3A65 — Charcoal

#2D3A65 is a dark moderately saturated blue sitting at 226° 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 #2D3A65

Color schemes using #2D3A65

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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#2D3A65 FAQ

What color is #2D3A65?

#2D3A65 is a shade of charcoal in the blue family. It has a hue of 226 degrees, 38% saturation and 29% lightness, which makes it a dark muted color.

What is the RGB value of #2D3A65?

#2D3A65 is rgb(45, 58, 101) in RGB, hsl(226, 38%, 29%) in HSL, and cmyk(55%, 43%, 0%, 60%) in CMYK.

Can I use white text on #2D3A65?

White text on this background reaches 11.03:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 1.9:1.

What colors go well with #2D3A65?

Its direct complement is #66592E. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #663D2E and #57662E gives you contrast without the vibration.