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Plum

Hex Code #D2ADE6

Color Analysis Summary

Color #D2ADE6, historically referred to as Plum, is a beautifully balanced color tone. Mathematically, in the RGB (Red, Green, Blue) spectrum, this color is formulated by mixing 82% red, 68% green, and 90% blue. These digital components translate to exact numerical values of Red: 210, Green: 173, and Blue: 230. In terms of web formatting, this exact tone is declared in stylesheets using the hex code #D2ADE6. For designers working with cylindrical coordinates, its HSL values are mapped to a hue angle of 279°, a saturation of 53%, and a lightness index of 79%. In the HSV (Hue, Saturation, Value) model, it retains a brightness value of 90%. Because of its specific lightness, this tone offers distinct visual contrast properties. Incorporating #D2ADE6 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)210, 173, 230
HSL (Hue, Sat, Lightness)279°, 53%, 79%
HSV (Hue, Sat, Value)279°, 25%, 90%
CSS Valuergb(210, 173, 230)

WCAG 2.1 Contrast & Accessibility Check

On White Background1.93:1
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 Background10.86:1
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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