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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#DE41E6 — Orchid
#DE41E6 is a mid-tone saturated purple sitting at 297° 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 #DE41E6
- fdf1fd
- f5c8f8
- ee9ef2
- e775ed
- e04be8
- d922e2
- b419bd
- 8d1393
- 650e6a
- 3d0840
- 160317
Color schemes using #DE41E6
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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#DE41E6 FAQ
What color is #DE41E6?
#DE41E6 is a shade of orchid in the purple family. It has a hue of 297 degrees, 77% saturation and 58% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone saturated color.
What is the RGB value of #DE41E6?
#DE41E6 is rgb(222, 65, 230) in RGB, hsl(297, 77%, 58%) in HSL, and cmyk(3%, 72%, 0%, 10%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #DE41E6?
White text on this background reaches 3.5:1, which passes for large text only under WCAG AA. Black text reaches 6:1.
What colors go well with #DE41E6?
Its direct complement is #4AE641. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #9CE641 and #41E68C gives you contrast without the vibration.