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Thistle

Hex Code #DDBBF0

Color Analysis Summary

Color #DDBBF0, 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 87% red, 73% green, and 94% blue. These digital components translate to exact numerical values of Red: 221, Green: 187, and Blue: 240. In terms of web formatting, this exact tone is declared in stylesheets using the hex code #DDBBF0. For designers working with cylindrical coordinates, its HSL values are mapped to a hue angle of 278°, a saturation of 64%, and a lightness index of 84%. In the HSV (Hue, Saturation, Value) model, it retains a brightness value of 94%. Because of its specific lightness, this tone offers distinct visual contrast properties. Incorporating #DDBBF0 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)221, 187, 240
HSL (Hue, Sat, Lightness)278°, 64%, 84%
HSV (Hue, Sat, Value)278°, 22%, 94%
CSS Valuergb(221, 187, 240)

WCAG 2.1 Contrast & Accessibility Check

On White Background1.69:1
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 Background12.44:1
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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