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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#8170B2 — Amethyst
#8170B2 is a mid-tone moderately saturated purple sitting at 255° 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 #8170B2
- f6f5fa
- dbd7e9
- c0b8d9
- a59ac8
- 8a7bb8
- 6f5da8
- 5b4b8b
- 473a6c
- 332a4e
- 1f192f
- 0b0911
Color schemes using #8170B2
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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#8170B2 FAQ
What color is #8170B2?
#8170B2 is a shade of amethyst in the purple family. It has a hue of 255 degrees, 30% saturation and 57% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone muted color.
What is the RGB value of #8170B2?
#8170B2 is rgb(129, 112, 178) in RGB, hsl(255, 30%, 57%) in HSL, and cmyk(28%, 37%, 0%, 30%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #8170B2?
White text on this background reaches 4.29:1, which passes for large text only under WCAG AA. Black text reaches 4.89:1.
What colors go well with #8170B2?
Its direct complement is #A2B270. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #B2A270 and #81B270 gives you contrast without the vibration.