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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#AD70B2 — Amethyst
#AD70B2 is a mid-tone moderately saturated purple sitting at 295° 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 #AD70B2
- f9f5fa
- e8d7e9
- d6b8d9
- c49ac8
- b37bb8
- a15da8
- 854b8b
- 683a6c
- 4b2a4e
- 2d192f
- 100911
Color schemes using #AD70B2
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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#AD70B2 FAQ
What color is #AD70B2?
#AD70B2 is a shade of amethyst in the purple family. It has a hue of 295 degrees, 30% saturation and 57% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone muted color.
What is the RGB value of #AD70B2?
#AD70B2 is rgb(173, 112, 178) in RGB, hsl(295, 30%, 57%) in HSL, and cmyk(3%, 37%, 0%, 30%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #AD70B2?
White text on this background reaches 3.66:1, which passes for large text only under WCAG AA. Black text reaches 5.74:1.
What colors go well with #AD70B2?
Its direct complement is #76B270. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #97B270 and #70B28C gives you contrast without the vibration.