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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#9D4AB0 — Amethyst
#9D4AB0 is a mid-tone moderately saturated purple sitting at 289° 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 #9D4AB0
- f9f4fa
- e8d3ed
- d7b2df
- c591d1
- b470c3
- a24fb5
- 863f96
- 693175
- 4b2354
- 2e1533
- 100812
Color schemes using #9D4AB0
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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#9D4AB0 FAQ
What color is #9D4AB0?
#9D4AB0 is a shade of amethyst in the purple family. It has a hue of 289 degrees, 41% saturation and 49% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone muted color.
What is the RGB value of #9D4AB0?
#9D4AB0 is rgb(157, 74, 176) in RGB, hsl(289, 41%, 49%) in HSL, and cmyk(11%, 58%, 0%, 31%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #9D4AB0?
White text on this background reaches 5.2:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 4.04:1.
What colors go well with #9D4AB0?
Its direct complement is #5DB04A. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #90B04A and #4AB06A gives you contrast without the vibration.