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Thistle

Hex Code #CAADD8

Color Analysis Summary

Color #CAADD8, 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 79% red, 68% green, and 85% blue. These digital components translate to exact numerical values of Red: 202, Green: 173, and Blue: 216. In terms of web formatting, this exact tone is declared in stylesheets using the hex code #CAADD8. For designers working with cylindrical coordinates, its HSL values are mapped to a hue angle of 280°, a saturation of 36%, and a lightness index of 76%. In the HSV (Hue, Saturation, Value) model, it retains a brightness value of 85%. Because of its specific lightness, this tone offers distinct visual contrast properties. Incorporating #CAADD8 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)202, 173, 216
HSL (Hue, Sat, Lightness)280°, 36%, 76%
HSV (Hue, Sat, Value)280°, 20%, 85%
CSS Valuergb(202, 173, 216)

WCAG 2.1 Contrast & Accessibility Check

On White Background2:1
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 Background10.48:1
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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