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Thistle

Hex Code #C8ADD4

Color Analysis Summary

Color #C8ADD4, historically referred to as Thistle, is a beautifully balanced color tone. Mathematically, in the RGB (Red, Green, Blue) spectrum, this color is formulated by mixing 78% red, 68% green, and 83% blue. These digital components translate to exact numerical values of Red: 200, Green: 173, and Blue: 212. In terms of web formatting, this exact tone is declared in stylesheets using the hex code #C8ADD4. For designers working with cylindrical coordinates, its HSL values are mapped to a hue angle of 282°, a saturation of 31%, and a lightness index of 75%. In the HSV (Hue, Saturation, Value) model, it retains a brightness value of 83%. Because of its specific lightness, this tone offers distinct visual contrast properties. Incorporating #C8ADD4 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)200, 173, 212
HSL (Hue, Sat, Lightness)282°, 31%, 75%
HSV (Hue, Sat, Value)282°, 18%, 83%
CSS Valuergb(200, 173, 212)

WCAG 2.1 Contrast & Accessibility Check

On White Background2.02:1
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 Background10.38:1
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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