analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#BBB0E8 — Lilac
#BBB0E8 is a light moderately saturated blue sitting at 252° 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.
#bbb0e8
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Tints and shades of #BBB0E8
- f5f3fc
- d6cff1
- b6aae6
- 9786dc
- 7862d1
- 593dc7
- 4730a5
- 382581
- 281b5c
- 181038
- 090614
Color schemes using #BBB0E8
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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#BBB0E8 FAQ
What color is #BBB0E8?
#BBB0E8 is a shade of lilac in the blue family. It has a hue of 252 degrees, 55% saturation and 80% lightness, which makes it a light muted color.
What is the RGB value of #BBB0E8?
#BBB0E8 is rgb(187, 176, 232) in RGB, hsl(252, 55%, 80%) in HSL, and cmyk(19%, 24%, 0%, 9%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #BBB0E8?
White text on this background reaches 2:1, which fails WCAG AA. Black text reaches 10.49:1.
What colors go well with #BBB0E8?
Its direct complement is #DDE8B0. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #E8D7B0 and #C1E8B0 gives you contrast without the vibration.