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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#2E595C — Charcoal
#2E595C is a dark moderately saturated teal sitting at 184° 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.
#2e595c
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Tints and shades of #2E595C
- f5fafa
- d6e9ea
- b6d8da
- 97c7cb
- 78b7bb
- 59a6ab
- 47898e
- 386b6f
- 284d4f
- 182f30
- 091011
Color schemes using #2E595C
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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#2E595C FAQ
What color is #2E595C?
#2E595C is a shade of charcoal in the teal family. It has a hue of 184 degrees, 33% saturation and 27% lightness, which makes it a dark muted color.
What is the RGB value of #2E595C?
#2E595C is rgb(46, 89, 92) in RGB, hsl(184, 33%, 27%) in HSL, and cmyk(50%, 3%, 0%, 64%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #2E595C?
White text on this background reaches 7.78:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 2.7:1.
What colors go well with #2E595C?
Its direct complement is #5C312E. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #5C2E42 and #5C482E gives you contrast without the vibration.