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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#AC7AC7 — Amethyst
#AC7AC7 is a mid-tone moderately saturated purple sitting at 279° 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 #AC7AC7
- f8f4fa
- e4d3ed
- cfb2df
- bb91d1
- a670c3
- 914fb5
- 783f96
- 5d3175
- 432354
- 291533
- 0e0812
Color schemes using #AC7AC7
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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#AC7AC7 FAQ
What color is #AC7AC7?
#AC7AC7 is a shade of amethyst in the purple family. It has a hue of 279 degrees, 41% saturation and 63% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone muted color.
What is the RGB value of #AC7AC7?
#AC7AC7 is rgb(172, 122, 199) in RGB, hsl(279, 41%, 63%) in HSL, and cmyk(14%, 39%, 0%, 22%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #AC7AC7?
White text on this background reaches 3.3:1, which passes for large text only under WCAG AA. Black text reaches 6.36:1.
What colors go well with #AC7AC7?
Its direct complement is #95C77A. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #BCC77A and #7AC786 gives you contrast without the vibration.