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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#BB70D2 — Orchid
#BB70D2 is a mid-tone moderately saturated purple sitting at 286° 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 #BB70D2
- f9f3fb
- e9d0f0
- d8ace5
- c788da
- b665ce
- a541c3
- 8833a2
- 6a287e
- 4c1d5b
- 2e1137
- 100613
Color schemes using #BB70D2
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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#BB70D2 FAQ
What color is #BB70D2?
#BB70D2 is a shade of orchid in the purple family. It has a hue of 286 degrees, 52% saturation and 63% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone muted color.
What is the RGB value of #BB70D2?
#BB70D2 is rgb(187, 112, 210) in RGB, hsl(286, 52%, 63%) in HSL, and cmyk(11%, 47%, 0%, 18%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #BB70D2?
White text on this background reaches 3.3:1, which passes for large text only under WCAG AA. Black text reaches 6.36:1.
What colors go well with #BB70D2?
Its direct complement is #86D270. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #B8D270 and #70D28A gives you contrast without the vibration.