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Pale Violet Red

Hex Code #DF508C

Color Analysis Summary

Color #DF508C, historically referred to as Pale Violet Red, is a beautifully balanced color tone. Mathematically, in the RGB (Red, Green, Blue) spectrum, this color is formulated by mixing 87% red, 31% green, and 55% blue. These digital components translate to exact numerical values of Red: 223, Green: 80, and Blue: 140. In terms of web formatting, this exact tone is declared in stylesheets using the hex code #DF508C. For designers working with cylindrical coordinates, its HSL values are mapped to a hue angle of 335°, a saturation of 69%, and a lightness index of 59%. In the HSV (Hue, Saturation, Value) model, it retains a brightness value of 87%. Because of its specific lightness, this tone offers distinct visual contrast properties. Incorporating #DF508C 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)223, 80, 140
HSL (Hue, Sat, Lightness)335°, 69%, 59%
HSV (Hue, Sat, Value)335°, 64%, 87%
CSS Valuergb(223, 80, 140)

WCAG 2.1 Contrast & Accessibility Check

On White Background3.71:1
AA Normal Text (4.5:1)FAIL
AA Large Text (3.0:1)PASS
AAA Normal Text (7.0:1)FAIL
AAA Large Text (4.5:1)FAIL
On Black Background5.66:1
AA Normal Text (4.5:1)PASS
AA Large Text (3.0:1)PASS
AAA Normal Text (7.0:1)FAIL
AAA Large Text (4.5:1)PASS

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Shades of Pale Violet Red

Tints of Pale Violet Red