analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#3F3540 — Onyx
#3F3540 is a dark desaturated gray sitting at 295° 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.
#3f3540
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Tints and shades of #3F3540
- f8f7f8
- e2dde3
- cdc4cd
- b7aab8
- a190a3
- 8b778d
- 736174
- 594c5b
- 403641
- 272127
- 0e0c0e
Color schemes using #3F3540
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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#3F3540 FAQ
What color is #3F3540?
#3F3540 is a shade of onyx in the gray family. It has a hue of 295 degrees, 9% saturation and 23% lightness, which makes it a dark muted color.
What is the RGB value of #3F3540?
#3F3540 is rgb(63, 53, 64) in RGB, hsl(295, 9%, 23%) in HSL, and cmyk(2%, 17%, 0%, 75%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #3F3540?
White text on this background reaches 11.7:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 1.79:1.
What colors go well with #3F3540?
Its direct complement is #364035. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #3C4035 and #35403A gives you contrast without the vibration.