Color Palettes

Lilac color

Named after the lilac flower. It's a soft, light violet with a romantic feel. You'll see it on bridesmaid dresses, stationery and in bedrooms.

Lilac · #C8A2C8

About lilac

Lilac (#C8A2C8) is a balanced, light, muted color. It belongs to the purples family. It mixes 200 red, 162 green and 200 blue (out of 255). It is mostly used in fashion, home decor, weddings.

Lilac shades and tints

From lightest to darkest. Tap a shade to copy its code.

Colors that go with lilac

GrayA modern, calm pair.WhiteFresh and delicate.Sage greenA soft, natural contrast.Pastel yellowIts soft complement, very springlike.Dusty pinkA romantic mix.Navy blueGives lilac weight and elegance.SilverA cool, shiny touch.BeigeA soft, warm base.
How to wear and decorate with lilac →

Lilac color harmonies

Combinations based on the color wheel. More in the color harmony tool.

ComplementaryClose to: Sage green
Analogous
TriadicClose to: Khaki, Pastel blue
Split complementaryClose to: Sage green, Ash gray
TetradicClose to: Greige, Sage green, Pastel blue

Lilac color palettes

Copy the codes or open a palette in the editor to tweak it.

Monochromatic palette · Lilac
Analogous palette · Lilac
Complementary palette · Lilac
Triadic palette · Lilac
With neutrals palette · Lilac
With an accent palette · Lilac

Lilac contrast with text

White textContrast 2.2:1 · Not recommended
Black textContrast 9.5:1 · AAA

Based on WCAG 2.1 guidelines. Test other pairs in the contrast checker.

CSS code

:root {
  --lilac: #C8A2C8;
  --lilac-rgb: 200, 162, 200;
}
.bg { background-color: var(--lilac); }
.text { color: var(--lilac); }

Colors similar to lilac

WisteriaPastel lilacDusty pinkDusty rosePinkPastel pinkMauveBaby pinkRose quartzSilver

Themed palettes with this color

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More purples

VioletDeep purplePurpleLavenderMauvePlumAmethystEggplantOrchidIndigoGrape purpleWisteriaPastel lilacUltra violet

Frequently asked questions

What is the hex code for lilac?

The hex code for lilac is #C8A2C8. In RGB it is rgb(200, 162, 200), in HSL hsl(300, 26%, 71%) and in CMYK 0, 19, 0, 22.

What is the complementary color of lilac?

Its complement on the color wheel is #A2C8A2, close to sage green. Used in small doses, it works as an accent and adds strong contrast.

Can you use white text on lilac?

Use black text instead: the contrast with white is only 2.2:1, while with black it is 9.5:1.

What colors go with lilac?

It pairs well with gray, white, sage green, pastel yellow, dusty pink. Avoid pairing it with intense reds or bright oranges, because lilac looks dull. Too much dark purple can feel overdone.