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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#3B4E63 — Charcoal
#3B4E63 is a dark moderately saturated blue sitting at 212° 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 #3B4E63
- f5f7f9
- d8dfe8
- bbc8d6
- 9db0c4
- 8098b3
- 6380a1
- 506985
- 3e5268
- 2d3b4b
- 1b242d
- 0a0d10
Color schemes using #3B4E63
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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#3B4E63 FAQ
What color is #3B4E63?
#3B4E63 is a shade of charcoal in the blue family. It has a hue of 212 degrees, 25% saturation and 31% lightness, which makes it a dark muted color.
What is the RGB value of #3B4E63?
#3B4E63 is rgb(59, 78, 99) in RGB, hsl(212, 25%, 31%) in HSL, and cmyk(40%, 21%, 0%, 61%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #3B4E63?
White text on this background reaches 8.55:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 2.46:1.
What colors go well with #3B4E63?
Its direct complement is #63503B. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #633D3B and #61633B gives you contrast without the vibration.