analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#ADB0E1 — Lilac
#ADB0E1 is a light moderately saturated blue sitting at 237° 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 #ADB0E1
- f4f4fb
- d2d3ee
- afb2e2
- 8d91d5
- 6b6fc8
- 494ebc
- 3a3e9c
- 2d3179
- 202357
- 141535
- 070713
Color schemes using #ADB0E1
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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#ADB0E1 FAQ
What color is #ADB0E1?
#ADB0E1 is a shade of lilac in the blue family. It has a hue of 237 degrees, 46% saturation and 78% lightness, which makes it a light muted color.
What is the RGB value of #ADB0E1?
#ADB0E1 is rgb(173, 176, 225) in RGB, hsl(237, 46%, 78%) in HSL, and cmyk(23%, 22%, 0%, 12%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #ADB0E1?
White text on this background reaches 2.08:1, which fails WCAG AA. Black text reaches 10.07:1.
What colors go well with #ADB0E1?
Its direct complement is #E1DEAD. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #E1C4AD and #C9E1AD gives you contrast without the vibration.