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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#980EDD — Violet
#980EDD is a mid-tone saturated purple sitting at 280° 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 #980EDD
- faf1fe
- e9c5fb
- d898f8
- c86cf6
- b740f3
- a714f0
- 8a0dc8
- 6c0a9c
- 4d0770
- 2f0444
- 100218
Color schemes using #980EDD
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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#980EDD FAQ
What color is #980EDD?
#980EDD is a shade of violet in the purple family. It has a hue of 280 degrees, 88% saturation and 46% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone saturated color.
What is the RGB value of #980EDD?
#980EDD is rgb(152, 14, 221) in RGB, hsl(280, 88%, 46%) in HSL, and cmyk(31%, 94%, 0%, 13%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #980EDD?
White text on this background reaches 6.1:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 3.44:1.
What colors go well with #980EDD?
Its direct complement is #53DD0E. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #BADD0E and #0EDD30 gives you contrast without the vibration.