analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#2E3824 — Onyx
#2E3824 is a dark desaturated green sitting at 90° 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.
#2e3824
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Tints and shades of #2E3824
- f7f9f6
- e0e7d9
- c8d4bc
- b1c2a0
- 9ab083
- 829e67
- 6b8253
- 536541
- 3c492f
- 242c1c
- 0d100a
Color schemes using #2E3824
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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#2E3824 FAQ
What color is #2E3824?
#2E3824 is a shade of onyx in the green family. It has a hue of 90 degrees, 22% saturation and 18% lightness, which makes it a dark muted color.
What is the RGB value of #2E3824?
#2E3824 is rgb(46, 56, 36) in RGB, hsl(90, 22%, 18%) in HSL, and cmyk(18%, 0%, 36%, 78%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #2E3824?
White text on this background reaches 12.3:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 1.71:1.
What colors go well with #2E3824?
Its direct complement is #2E2438. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #242438 and #382438 gives you contrast without the vibration.