analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#B2ADCD — Lilac
#B2ADCD is a light desaturated blue sitting at 249° 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 #B2ADCD
- f6f6f9
- dbd8e7
- bfbbd6
- a49ec4
- 8881b2
- 6d64a0
- 595184
- 453f67
- 322d4a
- 1e1c2d
- 0b0a10
Color schemes using #B2ADCD
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.
Nearby colors
#B2ADCD FAQ
What color is #B2ADCD?
#B2ADCD is a shade of lilac in the blue family. It has a hue of 249 degrees, 24% saturation and 74% lightness, which makes it a light muted color.
What is the RGB value of #B2ADCD?
#B2ADCD is rgb(178, 173, 205) in RGB, hsl(249, 24%, 74%) in HSL, and cmyk(13%, 16%, 0%, 20%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #B2ADCD?
White text on this background reaches 2.15:1, which fails WCAG AA. Black text reaches 9.75:1.
What colors go well with #B2ADCD?
Its direct complement is #C8CDAD. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #CDC1AD and #B8CDAD gives you contrast without the vibration.