analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#423D71 — Charcoal
#423D71 is a dark moderately saturated blue sitting at 246° 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 #423D71
- f6f5fa
- d8d7e9
- bbb8d9
- 9e9ac8
- 817bb8
- 645da8
- 514b8b
- 3f3a6c
- 2d2a4e
- 1c192f
- 0a0911
Color schemes using #423D71
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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#423D71 FAQ
What color is #423D71?
#423D71 is a shade of charcoal in the blue family. It has a hue of 246 degrees, 30% saturation and 34% lightness, which makes it a dark muted color.
What is the RGB value of #423D71?
#423D71 is rgb(66, 61, 113) in RGB, hsl(246, 30%, 34%) in HSL, and cmyk(42%, 46%, 0%, 56%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #423D71?
White text on this background reaches 9.82:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 2.14:1.
What colors go well with #423D71?
Its direct complement is #6C713D. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #715C3D and #51713D gives you contrast without the vibration.