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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#2E2A55 — Onyx
#2E2A55 is a dark moderately saturated blue sitting at 246° 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 #2E2A55
- f5f5fa
- d7d5ea
- bab6db
- 9c96cc
- 7e77bc
- 6058ad
- 4e468f
- 3d376f
- 2b2750
- 1a1831
- 090811
Color schemes using #2E2A55
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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#2E2A55 FAQ
What color is #2E2A55?
#2E2A55 is a shade of onyx in the blue family. It has a hue of 246 degrees, 34% saturation and 25% lightness, which makes it a dark muted color.
What is the RGB value of #2E2A55?
#2E2A55 is rgb(46, 42, 85) in RGB, hsl(246, 34%, 25%) in HSL, and cmyk(46%, 51%, 0%, 67%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #2E2A55?
White text on this background reaches 13.3:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 1.58:1.
What colors go well with #2E2A55?
Its direct complement is #51552A. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #55442A and #3B552A gives you contrast without the vibration.