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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#2D4B71 — Charcoal
#2D4B71 is a dark moderately saturated blue sitting at 214° 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 #2D4B71
- f4f7fb
- d3deed
- b1c5e0
- 8facd3
- 6e94c5
- 4c7bb8
- 3d6498
- 2f4e77
- 223855
- 152234
- 070c12
Color schemes using #2D4B71
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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#2D4B71 FAQ
What color is #2D4B71?
#2D4B71 is a shade of charcoal in the blue family. It has a hue of 214 degrees, 43% saturation and 31% lightness, which makes it a dark muted color.
What is the RGB value of #2D4B71?
#2D4B71 is rgb(45, 75, 113) in RGB, hsl(214, 43%, 31%) in HSL, and cmyk(60%, 34%, 0%, 56%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #2D4B71?
White text on this background reaches 8.91:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 2.36:1.
What colors go well with #2D4B71?
Its direct complement is #71542D. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #71322D and #6D712D gives you contrast without the vibration.