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Thistle

Hex Code #CDCCF0

Color Analysis Summary

Color #CDCCF0, 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 80% red, 80% green, and 94% blue. These digital components translate to exact numerical values of Red: 205, Green: 204, and Blue: 240. In terms of web formatting, this exact tone is declared in stylesheets using the hex code #CDCCF0. For designers working with cylindrical coordinates, its HSL values are mapped to a hue angle of 242°, a saturation of 55%, and a lightness index of 87%. In the HSV (Hue, Saturation, Value) model, it retains a brightness value of 94%. Because of its specific lightness, this tone offers distinct visual contrast properties. Incorporating #CDCCF0 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)205, 204, 240
HSL (Hue, Sat, Lightness)242°, 55%, 87%
HSV (Hue, Sat, Value)242°, 15%, 94%
CSS Valuergb(205, 204, 240)

WCAG 2.1 Contrast & Accessibility Check

On White Background1.56:1
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 Background13.49:1
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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