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Thistle

Hex Code #DACBE1

Color Analysis Summary

Color #DACBE1, 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 85% red, 80% green, and 88% blue. These digital components translate to exact numerical values of Red: 218, Green: 203, and Blue: 225. In terms of web formatting, this exact tone is declared in stylesheets using the hex code #DACBE1. For designers working with cylindrical coordinates, its HSL values are mapped to a hue angle of 281°, a saturation of 27%, and a lightness index of 84%. In the HSV (Hue, Saturation, Value) model, it retains a brightness value of 88%. Because of its specific lightness, this tone offers distinct visual contrast properties. Incorporating #DACBE1 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)218, 203, 225
HSL (Hue, Sat, Lightness)281°, 27%, 84%
HSV (Hue, Sat, Value)281°, 10%, 88%
CSS Valuergb(218, 203, 225)

WCAG 2.1 Contrast & Accessibility Check

On White Background1.54:1
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 Background13.61:1
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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