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Orchid

Hex Code #DB85DB

Color Analysis Summary

Color #DB85DB, historically referred to as Orchid, is a beautifully balanced color tone. Mathematically, in the RGB (Red, Green, Blue) spectrum, this color is formulated by mixing 86% red, 52% green, and 86% blue. These digital components translate to exact numerical values of Red: 219, Green: 133, and Blue: 219. In terms of web formatting, this exact tone is declared in stylesheets using the hex code #DB85DB. For designers working with cylindrical coordinates, its HSL values are mapped to a hue angle of 300°, a saturation of 54%, and a lightness index of 69%. In the HSV (Hue, Saturation, Value) model, it retains a brightness value of 86%. Because of its specific lightness, this tone offers distinct visual contrast properties. Incorporating #DB85DB 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)219, 133, 219
HSL (Hue, Sat, Lightness)300°, 54%, 69%
HSV (Hue, Sat, Value)300°, 39%, 86%
CSS Valuergb(219, 133, 219)

WCAG 2.1 Contrast & Accessibility Check

On White Background2.5:1
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 Background8.39:1
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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