analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#BBB2DC — Lilac
#BBB2DC is a light moderately saturated blue sitting at 253° 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.
#bbb2dc
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Tints and shades of #BBB2DC
- f6f4fa
- d9d4ec
- bdb4dd
- a093cf
- 8473c0
- 6753b2
- 544293
- 413473
- 2f2552
- 1c1632
- 0a0812
Color schemes using #BBB2DC
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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#BBB2DC FAQ
What color is #BBB2DC?
#BBB2DC is a shade of lilac in the blue family. It has a hue of 253 degrees, 38% saturation and 78% lightness, which makes it a light muted color.
What is the RGB value of #BBB2DC?
#BBB2DC is rgb(187, 178, 220) in RGB, hsl(253, 38%, 78%) in HSL, and cmyk(15%, 19%, 0%, 14%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #BBB2DC?
White text on this background reaches 2:1, which fails WCAG AA. Black text reaches 10.51:1.
What colors go well with #BBB2DC?
Its direct complement is #D3DCB2. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #DCD0B2 and #BEDCB2 gives you contrast without the vibration.