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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#2D556B — Charcoal
#2D556B is a dark moderately saturated blue sitting at 201° 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 #2D556B
- f4f8fa
- d3e4ed
- b2cfdf
- 91bbd1
- 70a6c3
- 4f91b5
- 3f7896
- 315d75
- 234354
- 152933
- 080e12
Color schemes using #2D556B
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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#2D556B FAQ
What color is #2D556B?
#2D556B is a shade of charcoal in the blue family. It has a hue of 201 degrees, 41% saturation and 30% lightness, which makes it a dark muted color.
What is the RGB value of #2D556B?
#2D556B is rgb(45, 85, 107) in RGB, hsl(201, 41%, 30%) in HSL, and cmyk(58%, 21%, 0%, 58%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #2D556B?
White text on this background reaches 8.01:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 2.62:1.
What colors go well with #2D556B?
Its direct complement is #6C432D. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #6C2D37 and #6C622D gives you contrast without the vibration.