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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#C174D2 — Orchid
#C174D2 is a mid-tone moderately saturated purple sitting at 289° 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 #C174D2
- faf3fb
- ead0f0
- daade4
- ca89d9
- ba66cd
- aa42c2
- 8d34a1
- 6e297e
- 4f1d5a
- 301237
- 110613
Color schemes using #C174D2
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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#C174D2 FAQ
What color is #C174D2?
#C174D2 is a shade of orchid in the purple family. It has a hue of 289 degrees, 51% saturation and 64% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone muted color.
What is the RGB value of #C174D2?
#C174D2 is rgb(193, 116, 210) in RGB, hsl(289, 51%, 64%) in HSL, and cmyk(8%, 45%, 0%, 18%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #C174D2?
White text on this background reaches 3.14:1, which passes for large text only under WCAG AA. Black text reaches 6.7:1.
What colors go well with #C174D2?
Its direct complement is #86D274. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #B4D274 and #74D292 gives you contrast without the vibration.