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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#D55CE0 — Orchid
#D55CE0 is a mid-tone saturated purple sitting at 295° 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 #D55CE0
- fcf2fd
- f2cbf5
- e7a3ee
- dd7ce6
- d354df
- c92dd7
- a722b3
- 821b8c
- 5d1364
- 390c3d
- 140415
Color schemes using #D55CE0
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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#D55CE0 FAQ
What color is #D55CE0?
#D55CE0 is a shade of orchid in the purple family. It has a hue of 295 degrees, 68% saturation and 62% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone saturated color.
What is the RGB value of #D55CE0?
#D55CE0 is rgb(213, 92, 224) in RGB, hsl(295, 68%, 62%) in HSL, and cmyk(5%, 59%, 0%, 12%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #D55CE0?
White text on this background reaches 3.26:1, which passes for large text only under WCAG AA. Black text reaches 6.44:1.
What colors go well with #D55CE0?
Its direct complement is #67E05C. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #A9E05C and #5CE093 gives you contrast without the vibration.