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#3A2D2D — Onyx

#3A2D2D is a dark desaturated red sitting at 0° 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 #3A2D2D

Color schemes using #3A2D2D

analogous

Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.

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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#3A2D2D FAQ

What color is #3A2D2D?

#3A2D2D is a shade of onyx in the red family. It has a hue of 0 degrees, 13% saturation and 20% lightness, which makes it a dark muted color.

What is the RGB value of #3A2D2D?

#3A2D2D is rgb(58, 45, 45) in RGB, hsl(0, 13%, 20%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 22%, 22%, 77%) in CMYK.

Can I use white text on #3A2D2D?

White text on this background reaches 13.18:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 1.59:1.

What colors go well with #3A2D2D?

Its direct complement is #2C3A3A. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #2C3A33 and #2C333A gives you contrast without the vibration.