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Lavender color
Lavender is a light purple with a cool, slightly grey tint, named after the flower. It is soft, calming and a favorite for spring and nurseries.
It is a medium, cool color with an estimated light reflectance value (LRV) of 42.1.
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What colors go with lavender?
Tried-and-true partners for lavender in outfits and rooms:
Color wheel harmonies
Complementary – opposite on the color wheel, maximum contrast
Analogous – neighbors on the wheel, calm and blended
Triadic – three evenly spaced colors, balanced and lively
Split complementary – softer contrast than complementary
Tints and shades of lavender
Lighter tints on the left, the base color in the middle, darker shades on the right.
Closest lavender paint colors
The nearest paint color from each brand by perceived color difference (CIEDE2000). Screen colors are approximations; always test a sample on your wall.
Who looks good in lavender?
In seasonal color analysis, lavender or a very close shade appears in these palettes:
Similar colors
FAQ
What is the hex code for lavender?
The hex code for lavender is #B9A5D6. In RGB it is rgb(185, 165, 214), in HSL hsl(264, 37%, 74%) and in CMYK cmyk(14%, 23%, 0%, 16%).
What colors go with lavender?
Lavender pairs well with sage green, white, charcoal grey, butter yellow. For a color-wheel match, its complementary color is #C2D5A4.
Is lavender a warm or cool color?
Lavender is a cool color. It looks most harmonious next to other cool tones like white, navy and grey.
What is the complementary color of lavender?
The complementary color of lavender (#B9A5D6) is #C2D5A4, directly opposite on the color wheel. Used together they create strong contrast, so use one as the main color and the other as an accent.
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Is that really lavender?
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