analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#2E1740 — Onyx
#2E1740 is a dark moderately saturated purple sitting at 274° 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.
#2e1740
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Tints and shades of #2E1740
- f8f4fb
- e2d1ef
- ccafe2
- b68cd6
- a06ac9
- 8a47bd
- 71389d
- 582c7a
- 3f2058
- 261335
- 0e0713
Color schemes using #2E1740
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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#2E1740 FAQ
What color is #2E1740?
#2E1740 is a shade of onyx in the purple family. It has a hue of 274 degrees, 47% saturation and 17% lightness, which makes it a dark muted color.
What is the RGB value of #2E1740?
#2E1740 is rgb(46, 23, 64) in RGB, hsl(274, 47%, 17%) in HSL, and cmyk(28%, 64%, 0%, 75%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #2E1740?
White text on this background reaches 16:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 1.31:1.
What colors go well with #2E1740?
Its direct complement is #294017. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #3D4017 and #17401A gives you contrast without the vibration.