analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#ACABE2 — Lilac
#ACABE2 is a light moderately saturated blue sitting at 241° 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 #ACABE2
- f4f4fb
- d1d1ef
- afaee3
- 8c8bd7
- 6968cb
- 4745bf
- 38369f
- 2c2a7c
- 1f1e59
- 131236
- 070713
Color schemes using #ACABE2
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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#ACABE2 FAQ
What color is #ACABE2?
#ACABE2 is a shade of lilac in the blue family. It has a hue of 241 degrees, 49% saturation and 78% lightness, which makes it a light muted color.
What is the RGB value of #ACABE2?
#ACABE2 is rgb(172, 171, 226) in RGB, hsl(241, 49%, 78%) in HSL, and cmyk(24%, 24%, 0%, 11%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #ACABE2?
White text on this background reaches 2.17:1, which fails WCAG AA. Black text reaches 9.68:1.
What colors go well with #ACABE2?
Its direct complement is #E1E2AB. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #E2C8AB and #C6E2AB gives you contrast without the vibration.