analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#CD5BBE — Orchid
#CD5BBE is a mid-tone moderately saturated pink sitting at 308° 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.
#cd5bbe
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Tints and shades of #CD5BBE
- fbf3fa
- f0cfec
- e5acde
- da88cf
- cf64c1
- c440b3
- a33294
- 7f2773
- 5b1c53
- 371132
- 140612
Color schemes using #CD5BBE
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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#CD5BBE FAQ
What color is #CD5BBE?
#CD5BBE is a shade of orchid in the pink family. It has a hue of 308 degrees, 53% saturation and 58% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone muted color.
What is the RGB value of #CD5BBE?
#CD5BBE is rgb(205, 91, 190) in RGB, hsl(308, 53%, 58%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 56%, 7%, 20%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #CD5BBE?
White text on this background reaches 3.6:1, which passes for large text only under WCAG AA. Black text reaches 5.84:1.
What colors go well with #CD5BBE?
Its direct complement is #5BCD6A. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #85CD5B and #5BCDA3 gives you contrast without the vibration.