analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#ABABE2 — Lilac
#ABABE2 is a light moderately saturated blue sitting at 240° 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 #ABABE2
- f4f4fb
- d1d1ef
- aeaee3
- 8b8bd7
- 6868cb
- 4545bf
- 36369f
- 2a2a7c
- 1e1e59
- 121236
- 070713
Color schemes using #ABABE2
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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#ABABE2 FAQ
What color is #ABABE2?
#ABABE2 is a shade of lilac in the blue family. It has a hue of 240 degrees, 49% saturation and 78% lightness, which makes it a light muted color.
What is the RGB value of #ABABE2?
#ABABE2 is rgb(171, 171, 226) in RGB, hsl(240, 49%, 78%) in HSL, and cmyk(24%, 24%, 0%, 11%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #ABABE2?
White text on this background reaches 2.18:1, which fails WCAG AA. Black text reaches 9.65:1.
What colors go well with #ABABE2?
Its direct complement is #E2E2AB. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #E2C7AB and #C7E2AB gives you contrast without the vibration.