analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#3B2B2E — Onyx
#3B2B2E is a dark desaturated red sitting at 349° 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 #3B2B2E
- f9f6f7
- e5dbdd
- d1c0c3
- bda4a9
- aa898f
- 966e75
- 7c5a60
- 60464b
- 453236
- 2a1e21
- 0f0b0b
Color schemes using #3B2B2E
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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#3B2B2E FAQ
What color is #3B2B2E?
#3B2B2E is a shade of onyx in the red family. It has a hue of 349 degrees, 16% saturation and 20% lightness, which makes it a dark muted color.
What is the RGB value of #3B2B2E?
#3B2B2E is rgb(59, 43, 46) in RGB, hsl(349, 16%, 20%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 27%, 22%, 77%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #3B2B2E?
White text on this background reaches 13.37:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 1.57:1.
What colors go well with #3B2B2E?
Its direct complement is #2B3B38. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #2B3B30 and #2B363B gives you contrast without the vibration.