analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#3C3371 — Charcoal
#3C3371 is a dark moderately saturated blue sitting at 249° 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.
#3c3371
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Tints and shades of #3C3371
- f5f4fa
- d8d4ec
- bab4dd
- 9c93cf
- 7f73c0
- 6153b2
- 4e4293
- 3d3473
- 2c2552
- 1b1632
- 090812
Color schemes using #3C3371
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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#3C3371 FAQ
What color is #3C3371?
#3C3371 is a shade of charcoal in the blue family. It has a hue of 249 degrees, 38% saturation and 32% lightness, which makes it a dark muted color.
What is the RGB value of #3C3371?
#3C3371 is rgb(60, 51, 113) in RGB, hsl(249, 38%, 32%) in HSL, and cmyk(47%, 55%, 0%, 56%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #3C3371?
White text on this background reaches 11.03:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 1.9:1.
What colors go well with #3C3371?
Its direct complement is #677133. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #715B33 and #487133 gives you contrast without the vibration.