analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#37314E — Graphite
#37314E is a dark desaturated blue sitting at 252° 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 #37314E
- f6f6f9
- dcd9e7
- c1bcd5
- a69fc3
- 8c82b1
- 71659f
- 5c5283
- 484066
- 332e49
- 1f1c2d
- 0b0a10
Color schemes using #37314E
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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#37314E FAQ
What color is #37314E?
#37314E is a shade of graphite in the blue family. It has a hue of 252 degrees, 23% saturation and 25% lightness, which makes it a dark muted color.
What is the RGB value of #37314E?
#37314E is rgb(55, 49, 78) in RGB, hsl(252, 23%, 25%) in HSL, and cmyk(29%, 37%, 0%, 69%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #37314E?
White text on this background reaches 12.27:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 1.71:1.
What colors go well with #37314E?
Its direct complement is #494E31. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #4E4631 and #3A4E31 gives you contrast without the vibration.