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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#993FEE — Amethyst
#993FEE is a mid-tone saturated purple sitting at 271° 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 #993FEE
- f8f1fe
- e1c6fa
- ca9bf6
- b36ff3
- 9c44ef
- 8619eb
- 6e11c4
- 550d99
- 3d0a6e
- 250643
- 0d0217
Color schemes using #993FEE
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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#993FEE FAQ
What color is #993FEE?
#993FEE is a shade of amethyst in the purple family. It has a hue of 271 degrees, 84% saturation and 59% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone saturated color.
What is the RGB value of #993FEE?
#993FEE is rgb(153, 63, 238) in RGB, hsl(271, 84%, 59%) in HSL, and cmyk(36%, 74%, 0%, 7%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #993FEE?
White text on this background reaches 4.88:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 4.3:1.
What colors go well with #993FEE?
Its direct complement is #94EE3F. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #EBEE3F and #3FEE42 gives you contrast without the vibration.