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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#BC6CB2 — Amethyst
#BC6CB2 is a mid-tone moderately saturated pink sitting at 308° 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 #BC6CB2
- faf5f9
- ebd4e8
- ddb4d7
- ce94c6
- bf74b5
- b054a4
- 924388
- 72346a
- 52264c
- 32172e
- 110810
Color schemes using #BC6CB2
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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#BC6CB2 FAQ
What color is #BC6CB2?
#BC6CB2 is a shade of amethyst in the pink family. It has a hue of 308 degrees, 37% saturation and 58% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone muted color.
What is the RGB value of #BC6CB2?
#BC6CB2 is rgb(188, 108, 178) in RGB, hsl(308, 37%, 58%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 43%, 5%, 26%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #BC6CB2?
White text on this background reaches 3.54:1, which passes for large text only under WCAG AA. Black text reaches 5.93:1.
What colors go well with #BC6CB2?
Its direct complement is #6CBC77. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #89BC6C and #6CBC9E gives you contrast without the vibration.