analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#EC8EDE — Orchid
#EC8EDE is a light saturated pink sitting at 309° 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.
#ec8ede
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Tints and shades of #EC8EDE
- fdf2fb
- f6caef
- efa2e4
- e87ad8
- e251cc
- db29c0
- b61fa0
- 8e187c
- 661159
- 3e0b36
- 160413
Color schemes using #EC8EDE
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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#EC8EDE FAQ
What color is #EC8EDE?
#EC8EDE is a shade of orchid in the pink family. It has a hue of 309 degrees, 71% saturation and 74% lightness, which makes it a light saturated color.
What is the RGB value of #EC8EDE?
#EC8EDE is rgb(236, 142, 222) in RGB, hsl(309, 71%, 74%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 40%, 6%, 7%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #EC8EDE?
White text on this background reaches 2.21:1, which fails WCAG AA. Black text reaches 9.49:1.
What colors go well with #EC8EDE?
Its direct complement is #8EEC9C. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #AFEC8E and #8EECCB gives you contrast without the vibration.