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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#C12EDC — Amethyst
#C12EDC is a mid-tone saturated purple sitting at 291° 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 #C12EDC
- fbf2fd
- efcaf6
- e4a2ef
- d87ae8
- cc51e2
- c029db
- a01fb6
- 7c188e
- 591166
- 360b3e
- 130416
Color schemes using #C12EDC
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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#C12EDC FAQ
What color is #C12EDC?
#C12EDC is a shade of amethyst in the purple family. It has a hue of 291 degrees, 71% saturation and 52% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone saturated color.
What is the RGB value of #C12EDC?
#C12EDC is rgb(193, 46, 220) in RGB, hsl(291, 71%, 52%) in HSL, and cmyk(12%, 79%, 0%, 14%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #C12EDC?
White text on this background reaches 4.48:1, which passes for large text only under WCAG AA. Black text reaches 4.69:1.
What colors go well with #C12EDC?
Its direct complement is #48DC2E. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #9FDC2E and #2EDC6B gives you contrast without the vibration.