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#3F2C2E — Onyx

#3F2C2E is a dark desaturated red sitting at 354° 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 #3F2C2E

Color schemes using #3F2C2E

analogous

Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.

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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#3F2C2E FAQ

What color is #3F2C2E?

#3F2C2E is a shade of onyx in the red family. It has a hue of 354 degrees, 18% saturation and 21% lightness, which makes it a dark muted color.

What is the RGB value of #3F2C2E?

#3F2C2E is rgb(63, 44, 46) in RGB, hsl(354, 18%, 21%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 30%, 27%, 75%) in CMYK.

Can I use white text on #3F2C2E?

White text on this background reaches 13.03:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 1.61:1.

What colors go well with #3F2C2E?

Its direct complement is #2C3F3D. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #2C3F34 and #2C373F gives you contrast without the vibration.