analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#AD3481 — Plum
#AD3481 is a mid-tone moderately saturated pink sitting at 322° 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 #AD3481
- fbf3f8
- f1cfe4
- e6abd0
- db87bc
- d063a8
- c63f94
- a4317a
- 80265f
- 5c1b44
- 381129
- 14060f
Color schemes using #AD3481
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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#AD3481 FAQ
What color is #AD3481?
#AD3481 is a shade of plum in the pink family. It has a hue of 322 degrees, 54% saturation and 44% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone muted color.
What is the RGB value of #AD3481?
#AD3481 is rgb(173, 52, 129) in RGB, hsl(322, 54%, 44%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 70%, 25%, 32%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #AD3481?
White text on this background reaches 5.86:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 3.59:1.
What colors go well with #AD3481?
Its direct complement is #34AD60. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #44AD34 and #34AD9D gives you contrast without the vibration.