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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#A862B2 — Amethyst
#A862B2 is a mid-tone moderately saturated purple sitting at 293° 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 #A862B2
- f9f5fa
- e8d5ea
- d7b6db
- c596cc
- b477bc
- a358ad
- 86468f
- 69376f
- 4b2750
- 2e1831
- 100811
Color schemes using #A862B2
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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#A862B2 FAQ
What color is #A862B2?
#A862B2 is a shade of amethyst in the purple family. It has a hue of 293 degrees, 34% saturation and 54% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone muted color.
What is the RGB value of #A862B2?
#A862B2 is rgb(168, 98, 178) in RGB, hsl(293, 34%, 54%) in HSL, and cmyk(6%, 45%, 0%, 30%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #A862B2?
White text on this background reaches 4.15:1, which passes for large text only under WCAG AA. Black text reaches 5.05:1.
What colors go well with #A862B2?
Its direct complement is #6BB262. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #93B262 and #62B280 gives you contrast without the vibration.