analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#2D425C — Charcoal
#2D425C is a dark moderately saturated blue sitting at 213° 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.
#2d425c
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Tints and shades of #2D425C
- f5f7fa
- d5dfea
- b6c7db
- 96aecc
- 7796bc
- 587ead
- 46678f
- 37506f
- 273a50
- 182331
- 080c11
Color schemes using #2D425C
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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#2D425C FAQ
What color is #2D425C?
#2D425C is a shade of charcoal in the blue family. It has a hue of 213 degrees, 34% saturation and 27% lightness, which makes it a dark muted color.
What is the RGB value of #2D425C?
#2D425C is rgb(45, 66, 92) in RGB, hsl(213, 34%, 27%) in HSL, and cmyk(51%, 28%, 0%, 64%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #2D425C?
White text on this background reaches 10.27:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 2.05:1.
What colors go well with #2D425C?
Its direct complement is #5C472D. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #5C302D and #5A5C2D gives you contrast without the vibration.