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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#2D485C — Charcoal
#2D485C is a dark moderately saturated blue sitting at 206° 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.
#2d485c
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Tints and shades of #2D485C
- f5f8fa
- d5e1ea
- b6cbdb
- 96b5cc
- 779ebc
- 5888ad
- 466f8f
- 37576f
- 273e50
- 182631
- 080d11
Color schemes using #2D485C
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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#2D485C FAQ
What color is #2D485C?
#2D485C is a shade of charcoal in the blue family. It has a hue of 206 degrees, 34% saturation and 27% lightness, which makes it a dark muted color.
What is the RGB value of #2D485C?
#2D485C is rgb(45, 72, 92) in RGB, hsl(206, 34%, 27%) in HSL, and cmyk(51%, 22%, 0%, 64%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #2D485C?
White text on this background reaches 9.58:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 2.19:1.
What colors go well with #2D485C?
Its direct complement is #5C422D. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #5C2D31 and #5C592D gives you contrast without the vibration.