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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#AB697E — Dusty Rose
#AB697E is a mid-tone moderately saturated pink sitting at 341° 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 #AB697E
- f9f5f7
- e9d7dd
- d8b9c3
- c79ba9
- b67d8f
- a55f75
- 884d60
- 6a3c4b
- 4c2b36
- 2e1a20
- 10090b
Color schemes using #AB697E
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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#AB697E FAQ
What color is #AB697E?
#AB697E is a shade of dusty rose in the pink family. It has a hue of 341 degrees, 28% saturation and 54% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone muted color.
What is the RGB value of #AB697E?
#AB697E is rgb(171, 105, 126) in RGB, hsl(341, 28%, 54%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 39%, 26%, 33%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #AB697E?
White text on this background reaches 4.16:1, which passes for large text only under WCAG AA. Black text reaches 5.05:1.
What colors go well with #AB697E?
Its direct complement is #69AB96. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #69AB75 and #699FAB gives you contrast without the vibration.