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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#3E223F — Onyx
#3E223F is a dark moderately saturated purple sitting at 298° 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 #3E223F
- f9f5fa
- e9d7e9
- d8b8d9
- c79ac8
- b67bb8
- a55da8
- 884b8b
- 6a3a6c
- 4c2a4e
- 2e192f
- 100911
Color schemes using #3E223F
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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#3E223F FAQ
What color is #3E223F?
#3E223F is a shade of onyx in the purple family. It has a hue of 298 degrees, 30% saturation and 19% lightness, which makes it a dark muted color.
What is the RGB value of #3E223F?
#3E223F is rgb(62, 34, 63) in RGB, hsl(298, 30%, 19%) in HSL, and cmyk(2%, 46%, 0%, 75%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #3E223F?
White text on this background reaches 13.95:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 1.51:1.
What colors go well with #3E223F?
Its direct complement is #233F22. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #313F22 and #223F2F gives you contrast without the vibration.