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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#2E585C — Charcoal
#2E585C is a dark moderately saturated teal sitting at 185° 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.
#2e585c
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Tints and shades of #2E585C
- f5f9fa
- d6e8ea
- b6d7da
- 97c6cb
- 78b5bb
- 59a4ab
- 47888e
- 386a6f
- 284c4f
- 182e30
- 091011
Color schemes using #2E585C
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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#2E585C FAQ
What color is #2E585C?
#2E585C is a shade of charcoal in the teal family. It has a hue of 185 degrees, 33% saturation and 27% lightness, which makes it a dark muted color.
What is the RGB value of #2E585C?
#2E585C is rgb(46, 88, 92) in RGB, hsl(185, 33%, 27%) in HSL, and cmyk(50%, 4%, 0%, 64%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #2E585C?
White text on this background reaches 7.88:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 2.67:1.
What colors go well with #2E585C?
Its direct complement is #5C322E. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #5C2E41 and #5C492E gives you contrast without the vibration.