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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#C472C2 — Orchid
#C472C2 is a mid-tone moderately saturated pink sitting at 301° 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 #C472C2
- faf4fa
- edd3ec
- dfb2de
- d191d0
- c370c2
- b54fb4
- 963f95
- 753174
- 542353
- 331533
- 120812
Color schemes using #C472C2
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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#C472C2 FAQ
What color is #C472C2?
#C472C2 is a shade of orchid in the pink family. It has a hue of 301 degrees, 41% saturation and 61% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone muted color.
What is the RGB value of #C472C2?
#C472C2 is rgb(196, 114, 194) in RGB, hsl(301, 41%, 61%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 42%, 1%, 23%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #C472C2?
White text on this background reaches 3.21:1, which passes for large text only under WCAG AA. Black text reaches 6.53:1.
What colors go well with #C472C2?
Its direct complement is #73C474. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #9AC473 and #73C49D gives you contrast without the vibration.