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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#8377C7 — Amethyst
#8377C7 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 #8377C7
- f5f4fb
- d7d3ed
- b8b2df
- 9a90d2
- 7c6fc4
- 5d4eb7
- 4b3e97
- 3b3076
- 2a2355
- 1a1533
- 090712
Color schemes using #8377C7
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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#8377C7 FAQ
What color is #8377C7?
#8377C7 is a shade of amethyst in the blue family. It has a hue of 249 degrees, 42% saturation and 62% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone muted color.
What is the RGB value of #8377C7?
#8377C7 is rgb(131, 119, 199) in RGB, hsl(249, 42%, 62%) in HSL, and cmyk(34%, 40%, 0%, 22%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #8377C7?
White text on this background reaches 3.87:1, which passes for large text only under WCAG AA. Black text reaches 5.43:1.
What colors go well with #8377C7?
Its direct complement is #BBC775. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #C7AA75 and #92C775 gives you contrast without the vibration.