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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#BB5DB0 — Amethyst
#BB5DB0 is a mid-tone moderately saturated pink sitting at 307° 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 #BB5DB0
- faf4fa
- edd3ea
- dfb2da
- d191c9
- c370b9
- b54fa9
- 963f8c
- 75316d
- 54234e
- 331530
- 120811
Color schemes using #BB5DB0
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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#BB5DB0 FAQ
What color is #BB5DB0?
#BB5DB0 is a shade of amethyst in the pink family. It has a hue of 307 degrees, 41% saturation and 55% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone muted color.
What is the RGB value of #BB5DB0?
#BB5DB0 is rgb(187, 93, 176) in RGB, hsl(307, 41%, 55%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 50%, 6%, 27%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #BB5DB0?
White text on this background reaches 3.96:1, which passes for large text only under WCAG AA. Black text reaches 5.31:1.
What colors go well with #BB5DB0?
Its direct complement is #5DBB68. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #81BB5D and #5DBB97 gives you contrast without the vibration.