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Plum Like

Hex Code #ACA0E4

Color Analysis Summary

Color #ACA0E4, historically referred to as Plum Like, is a beautifully balanced color tone. Mathematically, in the RGB (Red, Green, Blue) spectrum, this color is formulated by mixing 67% red, 63% green, and 89% blue. These digital components translate to exact numerical values of Red: 172, Green: 160, and Blue: 228. In terms of web formatting, this exact tone is declared in stylesheets using the hex code #ACA0E4. For designers working with cylindrical coordinates, its HSL values are mapped to a hue angle of 251°, a saturation of 56%, and a lightness index of 76%. In the HSV (Hue, Saturation, Value) model, it retains a brightness value of 89%. Because of its specific lightness, this tone offers distinct visual contrast properties. Incorporating #ACA0E4 into your UI layout is highly recommended for building visual hierarchy, either as a primary brand marker or a subtle secondary accent. When paired with its programmatic complement or analogous siblings, it creates a highly professional and accessible color scheme.

Color Code Formats

RGB (Red, Green, Blue)172, 160, 228
HSL (Hue, Sat, Lightness)251°, 56%, 76%
HSV (Hue, Sat, Value)251°, 30%, 89%
CSS Valuergb(172, 160, 228)

WCAG 2.1 Contrast & Accessibility Check

On White Background2.36:1
AA Normal Text (4.5:1)FAIL
AA Large Text (3.0:1)FAIL
AAA Normal Text (7.0:1)FAIL
AAA Large Text (4.5:1)FAIL
On Black Background8.9:1
AA Normal Text (4.5:1)PASS
AA Large Text (3.0:1)PASS
AAA Normal Text (7.0:1)PASS
AAA Large Text (4.5:1)PASS

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