analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#ACAEDD — Lilac
#ACAEDD is a light moderately saturated blue sitting at 238° 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 #ACAEDD
- f4f4fb
- d3d4ed
- b2b3df
- 9092d2
- 6f72c4
- 4e51b7
- 3e4197
- 303376
- 232455
- 151633
- 070812
Color schemes using #ACAEDD
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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#ACAEDD FAQ
What color is #ACAEDD?
#ACAEDD is a shade of lilac in the blue family. It has a hue of 238 degrees, 42% saturation and 77% lightness, which makes it a light muted color.
What is the RGB value of #ACAEDD?
#ACAEDD is rgb(172, 174, 221) in RGB, hsl(238, 42%, 77%) in HSL, and cmyk(22%, 21%, 0%, 13%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #ACAEDD?
White text on this background reaches 2.13:1, which fails WCAG AA. Black text reaches 9.85:1.
What colors go well with #ACAEDD?
Its direct complement is #DDDBAC. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #DDC3AC and #C6DDAC gives you contrast without the vibration.