analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#2F0408 — Obsidian
#2F0408 is a dark saturated black sitting at 354° 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.
#2f0408
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- Contrast on white
- Contrast on black
Tints and shades of #2F0408
- fef1f2
- fac6cb
- f69ba4
- f36f7d
- ef4455
- eb192e
- c41123
- 990d1b
- 6e0a14
- 43060c
- 170204
Color schemes using #2F0408
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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#2F0408 FAQ
What color is #2F0408?
#2F0408 is a shade of obsidian in the black family. It has a hue of 354 degrees, 84% saturation and 10% lightness, which makes it a dark saturated color.
What is the RGB value of #2F0408?
#2F0408 is rgb(47, 4, 8) in RGB, hsl(354, 84%, 10%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 91%, 83%, 82%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #2F0408?
White text on this background reaches 18.39:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 1.14:1.
What colors go well with #2F0408?
Its direct complement is #042F2B. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #042F15 and #041E2F gives you contrast without the vibration.