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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#867ACD — Amethyst
#867ACD 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 #867ACD
- f5f4fb
- d6d2ee
- b7b0e1
- 988ed4
- 7a6cc7
- 5b4aba
- 493b9b
- 392e79
- 292157
- 191435
- 090712
Color schemes using #867ACD
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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#867ACD FAQ
What color is #867ACD?
#867ACD is a shade of amethyst in the blue family. It has a hue of 249 degrees, 45% saturation and 64% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone muted color.
What is the RGB value of #867ACD?
#867ACD is rgb(134, 122, 205) in RGB, hsl(249, 45%, 64%) in HSL, and cmyk(35%, 40%, 0%, 20%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #867ACD?
White text on this background reaches 3.7:1, which passes for large text only under WCAG AA. Black text reaches 5.68:1.
What colors go well with #867ACD?
Its direct complement is #C0CD7A. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #CDB07A and #97CD7A gives you contrast without the vibration.