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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#2E5476 — Charcoal
#2E5476 is a dark moderately saturated blue sitting at 208° 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 #2E5476
- f4f8fb
- d2e1ee
- b0cae0
- 8fb3d3
- 6d9cc6
- 4b86b9
- 3c6e99
- 2f5678
- 213d56
- 142534
- 070d12
Color schemes using #2E5476
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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#2E5476 FAQ
What color is #2E5476?
#2E5476 is a shade of charcoal in the blue family. It has a hue of 208 degrees, 44% saturation and 32% lightness, which makes it a dark muted color.
What is the RGB value of #2E5476?
#2E5476 is rgb(46, 84, 118) in RGB, hsl(208, 44%, 32%) in HSL, and cmyk(61%, 29%, 0%, 54%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #2E5476?
White text on this background reaches 7.94:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 2.65:1.
What colors go well with #2E5476?
Its direct complement is #764F2E. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #762E30 and #76732E gives you contrast without the vibration.