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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#C577C2 — Orchid
#C577C2 is a mid-tone moderately saturated pink sitting at 302° 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 #C577C2
- faf4fa
- ecd3ec
- deb3dd
- d092ce
- c271bf
- b450b1
- 954092
- 743272
- 542452
- 331632
- 120812
Color schemes using #C577C2
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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#C577C2 FAQ
What color is #C577C2?
#C577C2 is a shade of orchid in the pink family. It has a hue of 302 degrees, 40% saturation and 62% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone muted color.
What is the RGB value of #C577C2?
#C577C2 is rgb(197, 119, 194) in RGB, hsl(302, 40%, 62%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 40%, 2%, 23%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #C577C2?
White text on this background reaches 3.09:1, which passes for large text only under WCAG AA. Black text reaches 6.79:1.
What colors go well with #C577C2?
Its direct complement is #77C57A. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #9CC577 and #77C5A1 gives you contrast without the vibration.