analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#2D3C71 — Charcoal
#2D3C71 is a dark moderately saturated blue sitting at 227° 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.
#2d3c71
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Tints and shades of #2D3C71
- f4f5fb
- d3d8ed
- b1bbe0
- 8f9ed3
- 6e81c5
- 4c64b8
- 3d5198
- 2f3f77
- 222d55
- 151b34
- 070a12
Color schemes using #2D3C71
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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#2D3C71 FAQ
What color is #2D3C71?
#2D3C71 is a shade of charcoal in the blue family. It has a hue of 227 degrees, 43% saturation and 31% lightness, which makes it a dark muted color.
What is the RGB value of #2D3C71?
#2D3C71 is rgb(45, 60, 113) in RGB, hsl(227, 43%, 31%) in HSL, and cmyk(60%, 47%, 0%, 56%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #2D3C71?
White text on this background reaches 10.52:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 2:1.
What colors go well with #2D3C71?
Its direct complement is #71622D. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #71402D and #5E712D gives you contrast without the vibration.