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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#AF59CF — Amethyst
#AF59CF is a mid-tone moderately saturated purple sitting at 284° 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 #AF59CF
- f9f3fc
- e8cff1
- d6aae6
- c586dc
- b462d1
- a23dc7
- 8630a5
- 682581
- 4b1b5c
- 2e1038
- 100614
Color schemes using #AF59CF
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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#AF59CF FAQ
What color is #AF59CF?
#AF59CF is a shade of amethyst in the purple family. It has a hue of 284 degrees, 55% saturation and 58% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone muted color.
What is the RGB value of #AF59CF?
#AF59CF is rgb(175, 89, 207) in RGB, hsl(284, 55%, 58%) in HSL, and cmyk(15%, 57%, 0%, 19%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #AF59CF?
White text on this background reaches 4.08:1, which passes for large text only under WCAG AA. Black text reaches 5.15:1.
What colors go well with #AF59CF?
Its direct complement is #78CF59. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #B3CF59 and #59CF74 gives you contrast without the vibration.