analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#2F1137 — Ebony
#2F1137 is a dark moderately saturated purple sitting at 287° 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.
#2f1137
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Tints and shades of #2F1137
- faf3fb
- e9cff0
- d9ace5
- c888da
- b864cf
- a840c4
- 8b32a3
- 6c277f
- 4e1c5b
- 2f1137
- 110614
Color schemes using #2F1137
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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#2F1137 FAQ
What color is #2F1137?
#2F1137 is a shade of ebony in the purple family. It has a hue of 287 degrees, 53% saturation and 14% lightness, which makes it a dark muted color.
What is the RGB value of #2F1137?
#2F1137 is rgb(47, 17, 55) in RGB, hsl(287, 53%, 14%) in HSL, and cmyk(15%, 69%, 0%, 78%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #2F1137?
White text on this background reaches 16.72:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 1.26:1.
What colors go well with #2F1137?
Its direct complement is #193711. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #2C3711 and #11371C gives you contrast without the vibration.