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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#855EDE — Amethyst
#855EDE is a mid-tone saturated purple sitting at 258° 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 #855EDE
- f5f2fc
- d8cbf4
- baa4ec
- 9c7de4
- 7f57dc
- 6130d5
- 4e24b1
- 3d1c8a
- 2c1463
- 1b0c3c
- 090415
Color schemes using #855EDE
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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#855EDE FAQ
What color is #855EDE?
#855EDE is a shade of amethyst in the purple family. It has a hue of 258 degrees, 66% saturation and 62% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone saturated color.
What is the RGB value of #855EDE?
#855EDE is rgb(133, 94, 222) in RGB, hsl(258, 66%, 62%) in HSL, and cmyk(40%, 58%, 0%, 13%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #855EDE?
White text on this background reaches 4.51:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 4.65:1.
What colors go well with #855EDE?
Its direct complement is #B8DE5E. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #DEC45E and #78DE5E gives you contrast without the vibration.