analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#DE5ECD — Orchid
#DE5ECD is a mid-tone 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.
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Tints and shades of #DE5ECD
- fcf2fb
- f4cbef
- eca4e3
- e47dd7
- dc57cb
- d530bf
- b1249e
- 8a1c7b
- 631459
- 3c0c36
- 150413
Color schemes using #DE5ECD
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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#DE5ECD FAQ
What color is #DE5ECD?
#DE5ECD is a shade of orchid in the pink family. It has a hue of 308 degrees, 66% saturation and 62% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone saturated color.
What is the RGB value of #DE5ECD?
#DE5ECD is rgb(222, 94, 205) in RGB, hsl(308, 66%, 62%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 58%, 8%, 13%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #DE5ECD?
White text on this background reaches 3.19:1, which passes for large text only under WCAG AA. Black text reaches 6.59:1.
What colors go well with #DE5ECD?
Its direct complement is #5EDE6F. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #8DDE5E and #5EDEAF gives you contrast without the vibration.