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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#B77BB3 — Amethyst
#B77BB3 is a mid-tone moderately saturated pink sitting at 304° 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 #B77BB3
- faf5f9
- e9d7e8
- d8b9d6
- c89ac5
- b77cb3
- a65ea1
- 8a4c85
- 6b3b68
- 4d2a4b
- 2f1a2d
- 100910
Color schemes using #B77BB3
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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#B77BB3 FAQ
What color is #B77BB3?
#B77BB3 is a shade of amethyst in the pink family. It has a hue of 304 degrees, 29% saturation and 60% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone muted color.
What is the RGB value of #B77BB3?
#B77BB3 is rgb(183, 123, 179) in RGB, hsl(304, 29%, 60%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 33%, 2%, 28%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #B77BB3?
White text on this background reaches 3.23:1, which passes for large text only under WCAG AA. Black text reaches 6.5:1.
What colors go well with #B77BB3?
Its direct complement is #7BB77F. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #95B77B and #7BB79D gives you contrast without the vibration.