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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#7E71CC — Amethyst
#7E71CC is a mid-tone moderately saturated blue sitting at 249° 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 #7E71CC
- f5f4fb
- d6d1ef
- b6afe2
- 978cd6
- 786ac9
- 5947bd
- 48389d
- 382c7a
- 282058
- 181335
- 090713
Color schemes using #7E71CC
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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#7E71CC FAQ
What color is #7E71CC?
#7E71CC is a shade of amethyst in the blue family. It has a hue of 249 degrees, 47% saturation and 62% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone muted color.
What is the RGB value of #7E71CC?
#7E71CC is rgb(126, 113, 204) in RGB, hsl(249, 47%, 62%) in HSL, and cmyk(38%, 45%, 0%, 20%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #7E71CC?
White text on this background reaches 4.1:1, which passes for large text only under WCAG AA. Black text reaches 5.12:1.
What colors go well with #7E71CC?
Its direct complement is #BECC71. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #CCAC71 and #90CC71 gives you contrast without the vibration.