analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#BAADD2 — Lilac
#BAADD2 is a light moderately saturated purple sitting at 261° 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 #BAADD2
- f7f5fa
- ddd7e9
- c4b9d8
- aa9ac8
- 917cb7
- 775ea6
- 614c8a
- 4c3b6b
- 362a4d
- 211a2f
- 0c0910
Color schemes using #BAADD2
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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#BAADD2 FAQ
What color is #BAADD2?
#BAADD2 is a shade of lilac in the purple family. It has a hue of 261 degrees, 29% saturation and 75% lightness, which makes it a light muted color.
What is the RGB value of #BAADD2?
#BAADD2 is rgb(186, 173, 210) in RGB, hsl(261, 29%, 75%) in HSL, and cmyk(11%, 18%, 0%, 18%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #BAADD2?
White text on this background reaches 2.1:1, which fails WCAG AA. Black text reaches 10:1.
What colors go well with #BAADD2?
Its direct complement is #C5D2AD. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #D2CCAD and #B2D2AD gives you contrast without the vibration.