analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#3C4180 — Charcoal
#3C4180 is a mid-tone moderately saturated blue sitting at 236° 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.
#3c4180
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Tints and shades of #3C4180
- f5f5fa
- d5d6eb
- b5b7dc
- 9599cd
- 757abe
- 555baf
- 444991
- 353971
- 262951
- 171931
- 080911
Color schemes using #3C4180
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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#3C4180 FAQ
What color is #3C4180?
#3C4180 is a shade of charcoal in the blue family. It has a hue of 236 degrees, 36% saturation and 37% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone muted color.
What is the RGB value of #3C4180?
#3C4180 is rgb(60, 65, 128) in RGB, hsl(236, 36%, 37%) in HSL, and cmyk(53%, 49%, 0%, 50%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #3C4180?
White text on this background reaches 9.29:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 2.26:1.
What colors go well with #3C4180?
Its direct complement is #807C3C. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #805A3C and #63803C gives you contrast without the vibration.