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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#BD5E89 — Blush
#BD5E89 is a mid-tone moderately saturated pink sitting at 333° 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 #BD5E89
- fbf4f7
- edd3df
- dfb2c6
- d290ae
- c46f95
- b74e7d
- 973e66
- 763050
- 552339
- 331523
- 12070c
Color schemes using #BD5E89
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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#BD5E89 FAQ
What color is #BD5E89?
#BD5E89 is a shade of blush in the pink family. It has a hue of 333 degrees, 42% saturation and 55% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone muted color.
What is the RGB value of #BD5E89?
#BD5E89 is rgb(189, 94, 137) in RGB, hsl(333, 42%, 55%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 50%, 28%, 26%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #BD5E89?
White text on this background reaches 4.1:1, which passes for large text only under WCAG AA. Black text reaches 5.13:1.
What colors go well with #BD5E89?
Its direct complement is #5CBC91. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #5CBC61 and #5CB8BC gives you contrast without the vibration.