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Plum

Hex Code #EC9EE2

Color Analysis Summary

Color #EC9EE2, 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 93% red, 62% green, and 89% blue. These digital components translate to exact numerical values of Red: 236, Green: 158, and Blue: 226. In terms of web formatting, this exact tone is declared in stylesheets using the hex code #EC9EE2. For designers working with cylindrical coordinates, its HSL values are mapped to a hue angle of 308°, a saturation of 67%, and a lightness index of 77%. In the HSV (Hue, Saturation, Value) model, it retains a brightness value of 93%. Because of its specific lightness, this tone offers distinct visual contrast properties. Incorporating #EC9EE2 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)236, 158, 226
HSL (Hue, Sat, Lightness)308°, 67%, 77%
HSV (Hue, Sat, Value)308°, 33%, 93%
CSS Valuergb(236, 158, 226)

WCAG 2.1 Contrast & Accessibility Check

On White Background1.99:1
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 Background10.56:1
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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