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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#3A6869 — Fern
#3A6869 is a dark moderately saturated teal sitting at 181° 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 #3A6869
- f5f9fa
- d7e9e9
- b9d8d8
- 9ac7c8
- 7cb6b7
- 5ea5a6
- 4c888a
- 3b6a6b
- 2a4c4d
- 1a2e2f
- 091010
Color schemes using #3A6869
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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#3A6869 FAQ
What color is #3A6869?
#3A6869 is a shade of fern in the teal family. It has a hue of 181 degrees, 29% saturation and 32% lightness, which makes it a dark muted color.
What is the RGB value of #3A6869?
#3A6869 is rgb(58, 104, 105) in RGB, hsl(181, 29%, 32%) in HSL, and cmyk(45%, 1%, 0%, 59%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #3A6869?
White text on this background reaches 6.24:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 3.36:1.
What colors go well with #3A6869?
Its direct complement is #693B3A. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #693A51 and #69523A gives you contrast without the vibration.