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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#AD57DB — Amethyst
#AD57DB is a mid-tone 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 #AD57DB
- f9f2fc
- e6ccf4
- d3a5ec
- c07ee4
- ad58db
- 9a31d3
- 7f25b0
- 631d89
- 471562
- 2b0d3c
- 0f0415
Color schemes using #AD57DB
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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#AD57DB FAQ
What color is #AD57DB?
#AD57DB is a shade of amethyst in the purple family. It has a hue of 279 degrees, 65% saturation and 60% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone saturated color.
What is the RGB value of #AD57DB?
#AD57DB is rgb(173, 87, 219) in RGB, hsl(279, 65%, 60%) in HSL, and cmyk(21%, 60%, 0%, 14%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #AD57DB?
White text on this background reaches 4.07:1, which passes for large text only under WCAG AA. Black text reaches 5.16:1.
What colors go well with #AD57DB?
Its direct complement is #85DB57. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #C7DB57 and #57DB6B gives you contrast without the vibration.