analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#3A0809 — Obsidian
#3A0809 is a dark saturated red sitting at 359° 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.
#3a0809
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Tints and shades of #3A0809
- fdf2f2
- f8c8c9
- f29fa0
- ec7678
- e74c4f
- e12326
- bc1a1c
- 921416
- 690e10
- 40090a
- 160303
Color schemes using #3A0809
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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#3A0809 FAQ
What color is #3A0809?
#3A0809 is a shade of obsidian in the red family. It has a hue of 359 degrees, 76% saturation and 13% lightness, which makes it a dark saturated color.
What is the RGB value of #3A0809?
#3A0809 is rgb(58, 8, 9) in RGB, hsl(359, 76%, 13%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 86%, 84%, 77%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #3A0809?
White text on this background reaches 17.23:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 1.22:1.
What colors go well with #3A0809?
Its direct complement is #083A3A. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #083A20 and #08223A gives you contrast without the vibration.