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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#3E4875 — Charcoal
#3E4875 is a mid-tone moderately saturated blue sitting at 229° 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 #3E4875
- f5f6fa
- d6daea
- b8bed9
- 99a2c9
- 7a86b9
- 5b6aa9
- 4a568c
- 39436d
- 29304e
- 191d2f
- 090a11
Color schemes using #3E4875
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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#3E4875 FAQ
What color is #3E4875?
#3E4875 is a shade of charcoal in the blue family. It has a hue of 229 degrees, 31% saturation and 35% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone muted color.
What is the RGB value of #3E4875?
#3E4875 is rgb(62, 72, 117) in RGB, hsl(229, 31%, 35%) in HSL, and cmyk(47%, 38%, 0%, 54%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #3E4875?
White text on this background reaches 8.79:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 2.39:1.
What colors go well with #3E4875?
Its direct complement is #756B3E. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #754F3E and #63753E gives you contrast without the vibration.