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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#3B5969 — Charcoal
#3B5969 is a dark moderately saturated blue sitting at 201° 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 #3B5969
- f5f8f9
- d7e3e9
- b9cdd8
- 9bb8c7
- 7da2b6
- 5f8da5
- 4d7488
- 3c5a6a
- 2b414c
- 1a272e
- 090e10
Color schemes using #3B5969
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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#3B5969 FAQ
What color is #3B5969?
#3B5969 is a shade of charcoal in the blue family. It has a hue of 201 degrees, 28% saturation and 32% lightness, which makes it a dark muted color.
What is the RGB value of #3B5969?
#3B5969 is rgb(59, 89, 105) in RGB, hsl(201, 28%, 32%) in HSL, and cmyk(44%, 15%, 0%, 59%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #3B5969?
White text on this background reaches 7.45:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 2.82:1.
What colors go well with #3B5969?
Its direct complement is #684B3B. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #683B42 and #68623B gives you contrast without the vibration.