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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#994ADE — Amethyst
#994ADE is a mid-tone saturated purple sitting at 272° 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 #994ADE
- f8f2fd
- e1caf5
- cba3ee
- b57be7
- 9e53e0
- 882cd8
- 6f21b4
- 571a8c
- 3e1265
- 260b3d
- 0d0416
Color schemes using #994ADE
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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#994ADE FAQ
What color is #994ADE?
#994ADE is a shade of amethyst in the purple family. It has a hue of 272 degrees, 69% saturation and 58% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone saturated color.
What is the RGB value of #994ADE?
#994ADE is rgb(153, 74, 222) in RGB, hsl(272, 69%, 58%) in HSL, and cmyk(31%, 67%, 0%, 13%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #994ADE?
White text on this background reaches 4.78:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 4.39:1.
What colors go well with #994ADE?
Its direct complement is #8FDE4A. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #D9DE4A and #4ADE4F gives you contrast without the vibration.