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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#B774B0 — Amethyst
#B774B0 is a mid-tone moderately saturated pink sitting at 306° 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 #B774B0
- faf5f9
- ead6e8
- dab7d6
- ca98c5
- ba79b3
- aa5aa2
- 8d4886
- 6e3968
- 4f294b
- 30192d
- 110910
Color schemes using #B774B0
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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#B774B0 FAQ
What color is #B774B0?
#B774B0 is a shade of amethyst in the pink family. It has a hue of 306 degrees, 32% saturation and 59% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone muted color.
What is the RGB value of #B774B0?
#B774B0 is rgb(183, 116, 176) in RGB, hsl(306, 32%, 59%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 37%, 4%, 28%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #B774B0?
White text on this background reaches 3.42:1, which passes for large text only under WCAG AA. Black text reaches 6.14:1.
What colors go well with #B774B0?
Its direct complement is #75B87C. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #90B875 and #75B89D gives you contrast without the vibration.