River Styx
The color River Styx (#161820) delves deep into the essence of a mysterious dark grey. Far from a simple black, its subtle underlying blue-black tones give it a sophisticated depth and an almost inky quality. This hue offers a solid, grounding presence without the starkness of pure black, making it an excellent choice for backgrounds or accent elements that require gravitas and refinement.
Pairs well with
Analogous
Neighbours on the color wheel, producing a cohesive, low-tension pairing.
Complementary
Direct opposites on the wheel, for maximum contrast.
Split complementary
The two colors bordering the complement — contrast with less tension.
Triadic
Three colors equally spaced around the wheel, bold and balanced.
Tetradic
Two complementary pairs, forming a rich four-color set.
Square
Four colors evenly spaced for a balanced, high-contrast set.
Shades, tints & tones
Shades
Mixed with black — deeper, heavier.
Tints
Mixed with white — softer, less saturated.
Tones
Mixed with gray — muted, quieter.