analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#ADD1B8 — Ash
#ADD1B8 is a light moderately saturated green sitting at 138° 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.
#add1b8
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- Contrast on white
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Tints and shades of #ADD1B8
- f5f9f6
- d7e9dc
- b9d8c2
- 9bc7a8
- 7db68e
- 5fa574
- 4d885f
- 3c6a4a
- 2b4c35
- 1a2e20
- 09100b
Color schemes using #ADD1B8
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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#ADD1B8 FAQ
What color is #ADD1B8?
#ADD1B8 is a shade of ash in the green family. It has a hue of 138 degrees, 28% saturation and 75% lightness, which makes it a light muted color.
What is the RGB value of #ADD1B8?
#ADD1B8 is rgb(173, 209, 184) in RGB, hsl(138, 28%, 75%) in HSL, and cmyk(17%, 0%, 12%, 18%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #ADD1B8?
White text on this background reaches 1.67:1, which fails WCAG AA. Black text reaches 12.59:1.
What colors go well with #ADD1B8?
Its direct complement is #D1ADC6. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #CAADD1 and #D1ADB5 gives you contrast without the vibration.