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Plum

Hex Code #CB9CD0

Color Analysis Summary

Color #CB9CD0, 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 80% red, 61% green, and 82% blue. These digital components translate to exact numerical values of Red: 203, Green: 156, and Blue: 208. In terms of web formatting, this exact tone is declared in stylesheets using the hex code #CB9CD0. For designers working with cylindrical coordinates, its HSL values are mapped to a hue angle of 294°, a saturation of 36%, and a lightness index of 71%. In the HSV (Hue, Saturation, Value) model, it retains a brightness value of 82%. Because of its specific lightness, this tone offers distinct visual contrast properties. Incorporating #CB9CD0 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)203, 156, 208
HSL (Hue, Sat, Lightness)294°, 36%, 71%
HSV (Hue, Sat, Value)294°, 25%, 82%
CSS Valuergb(203, 156, 208)

WCAG 2.1 Contrast & Accessibility Check

On White Background2.28:1
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 Background9.21:1
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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