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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#B159C4 — Amethyst
#B159C4 is a mid-tone moderately saturated purple sitting at 289° 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 #B159C4
- faf4fb
- e9d1ef
- d9aee3
- c98cd6
- b869ca
- a846be
- 8b379e
- 6c2b7b
- 4e1f58
- 2f1336
- 110713
Color schemes using #B159C4
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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#B159C4 FAQ
What color is #B159C4?
#B159C4 is a shade of amethyst in the purple family. It has a hue of 289 degrees, 48% saturation and 56% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone muted color.
What is the RGB value of #B159C4?
#B159C4 is rgb(177, 89, 196) in RGB, hsl(289, 48%, 56%) in HSL, and cmyk(10%, 55%, 0%, 23%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #B159C4?
White text on this background reaches 4.12:1, which passes for large text only under WCAG AA. Black text reaches 5.1:1.
What colors go well with #B159C4?
Its direct complement is #6DC559. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #A3C559 and #59C57B gives you contrast without the vibration.