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Plum

Hex Code #D99FF4

Color Analysis Summary

Color #D99FF4, 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 85% red, 62% green, and 96% blue. These digital components translate to exact numerical values of Red: 217, Green: 159, and Blue: 244. In terms of web formatting, this exact tone is declared in stylesheets using the hex code #D99FF4. For designers working with cylindrical coordinates, its HSL values are mapped to a hue angle of 281°, a saturation of 79%, and a lightness index of 79%. In the HSV (Hue, Saturation, Value) model, it retains a brightness value of 96%. Because of its specific lightness, this tone offers distinct visual contrast properties. Incorporating #D99FF4 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)217, 159, 244
HSL (Hue, Sat, Lightness)281°, 79%, 79%
HSV (Hue, Sat, Value)281°, 35%, 96%
CSS Valuergb(217, 159, 244)

WCAG 2.1 Contrast & Accessibility Check

On White Background2.06:1
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 Background10.22:1
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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