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Thistle

Hex Code #D0BACF

Color Analysis Summary

Color #D0BACF, 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 82% red, 73% green, and 81% blue. These digital components translate to exact numerical values of Red: 208, Green: 186, and Blue: 207. In terms of web formatting, this exact tone is declared in stylesheets using the hex code #D0BACF. For designers working with cylindrical coordinates, its HSL values are mapped to a hue angle of 303°, a saturation of 19%, and a lightness index of 77%. In the HSV (Hue, Saturation, Value) model, it retains a brightness value of 82%. Because of its specific lightness, this tone offers distinct visual contrast properties. Incorporating #D0BACF 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)208, 186, 207
HSL (Hue, Sat, Lightness)303°, 19%, 77%
HSV (Hue, Sat, Value)303°, 11%, 82%
CSS Valuergb(208, 186, 207)

WCAG 2.1 Contrast & Accessibility Check

On White Background1.81:1
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 Background11.61:1
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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