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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#492D4D — Graphite
#492D4D is a dark moderately saturated purple sitting at 293° 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 #492D4D
- f9f5f9
- e6d8e8
- d3bad7
- c19dc5
- ae7fb4
- 9b62a3
- 804f86
- 643e69
- 482c4b
- 2b1b2e
- 0f0910
Color schemes using #492D4D
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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#492D4D FAQ
What color is #492D4D?
#492D4D is a shade of graphite in the purple family. It has a hue of 293 degrees, 26% saturation and 24% lightness, which makes it a dark muted color.
What is the RGB value of #492D4D?
#492D4D is rgb(73, 45, 77) in RGB, hsl(293, 26%, 24%) in HSL, and cmyk(5%, 42%, 0%, 70%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #492D4D?
White text on this background reaches 11.89:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 1.77:1.
What colors go well with #492D4D?
Its direct complement is #314D2D. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #414D2D and #2D4D39 gives you contrast without the vibration.