analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#2E2814 — Ebony
#2E2814 is a dark moderately saturated yellow sitting at 46° 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.
#2e2814
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Tints and shades of #2E2814
- faf9f4
- ece6d4
- ded4b3
- cfc193
- c1af72
- b39c51
- 948141
- 746433
- 534824
- 322c16
- 120f08
Color schemes using #2E2814
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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#2E2814 FAQ
What color is #2E2814?
#2E2814 is a shade of ebony in the yellow family. It has a hue of 46 degrees, 39% saturation and 13% lightness, which makes it a dark muted color.
What is the RGB value of #2E2814?
#2E2814 is rgb(46, 40, 20) in RGB, hsl(46, 39%, 13%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 13%, 57%, 82%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #2E2814?
White text on this background reaches 14.69:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 1.43:1.
What colors go well with #2E2814?
Its direct complement is #141A2E. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #14272E and #1B142E gives you contrast without the vibration.