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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#C77AAF — Orchid
#C77AAF is a mid-tone moderately saturated pink sitting at 319° 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 #C77AAF
- faf4f9
- edd3e5
- dfb2d1
- d191bd
- c370a9
- b54f95
- 963f7b
- 753160
- 542345
- 33152a
- 12080f
Color schemes using #C77AAF
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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#C77AAF FAQ
What color is #C77AAF?
#C77AAF is a shade of orchid in the pink family. It has a hue of 319 degrees, 41% saturation and 63% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone muted color.
What is the RGB value of #C77AAF?
#C77AAF is rgb(199, 122, 175) in RGB, hsl(319, 41%, 63%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 39%, 12%, 22%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #C77AAF?
White text on this background reaches 3.07:1, which passes for large text only under WCAG AA. Black text reaches 6.83:1.
What colors go well with #C77AAF?
Its direct complement is #7AC792. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #88C77A and #7AC7B9 gives you contrast without the vibration.