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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#40353D — Onyx
#40353D is a dark desaturated gray sitting at 316° 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 #40353D
- f8f7f8
- e3dde1
- cdc4cb
- b8aab4
- a3909e
- 8d7787
- 74616f
- 5b4c57
- 41363e
- 272126
- 0e0c0d
Color schemes using #40353D
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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#40353D FAQ
What color is #40353D?
#40353D is a shade of onyx in the gray family. It has a hue of 316 degrees, 9% saturation and 23% lightness, which makes it a dark muted color.
What is the RGB value of #40353D?
#40353D is rgb(64, 53, 61) in RGB, hsl(316, 9%, 23%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 17%, 5%, 75%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #40353D?
White text on this background reaches 11.7:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 1.79:1.
What colors go well with #40353D?
Its direct complement is #354038. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #384035 and #35403D gives you contrast without the vibration.