analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#3C5362 — Charcoal
#3C5362 is a dark desaturated blue sitting at 204° 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.
#3c5362
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Tints and shades of #3C5362
- f6f8f9
- d8e1e7
- bbcbd6
- 9eb5c4
- 819eb2
- 6488a0
- 517084
- 3f5767
- 2d3f4a
- 1c262d
- 0a0d10
Color schemes using #3C5362
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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#3C5362 FAQ
What color is #3C5362?
#3C5362 is a shade of charcoal in the blue family. It has a hue of 204 degrees, 24% saturation and 31% lightness, which makes it a dark muted color.
What is the RGB value of #3C5362?
#3C5362 is rgb(60, 83, 98) in RGB, hsl(204, 24%, 31%) in HSL, and cmyk(39%, 15%, 0%, 62%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #3C5362?
White text on this background reaches 8.06:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 2.61:1.
What colors go well with #3C5362?
Its direct complement is #624B3C. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #623C40 and #625E3C gives you contrast without the vibration.