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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#975DB1 — Amethyst
#975DB1 is a mid-tone moderately saturated purple sitting at 281° 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 #975DB1
- f8f5fa
- e4d5eb
- cfb5dc
- bb96cc
- a776bd
- 9256ae
- 784590
- 5e3670
- 432751
- 291831
- 0e0811
Color schemes using #975DB1
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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#975DB1 FAQ
What color is #975DB1?
#975DB1 is a shade of amethyst in the purple family. It has a hue of 281 degrees, 35% saturation and 53% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone muted color.
What is the RGB value of #975DB1?
#975DB1 is rgb(151, 93, 177) in RGB, hsl(281, 35%, 53%) in HSL, and cmyk(15%, 47%, 0%, 31%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #975DB1?
White text on this background reaches 4.65:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 4.52:1.
What colors go well with #975DB1?
Its direct complement is #78B15D. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #A2B15D and #5DB16D gives you contrast without the vibration.