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#BEACCC

Brightness
181.4
HSL (°,%,%)
274°, 24%, 74%
HSV V %
80%
Lab
72.8, 12.5, -13.9
PNG size
5.2 KB
Tone / Feel
light, soft cool hue
Black text 9.96:1 AAA (normal) · AAA (large)
White text 2.11:1 Fail (normal) · Fail (large)

Recommended text: Black (9.96:1 — AAA / AAA)

Color Profile: #BEACCC

Common Name: Light Lavender

RGB: (190, 172, 204)

HSL: H: 240°, S: 22%, L: 70%

Contrast vs White: 2.5 (AA fail)

Contrast vs Black: 10.4 (AA pass)

Mood Blurb: This soft, cool tone evokes calmness and serenity. Often associated with soothing environments, it is popular in both interior design and fashion for its understated elegance. Its gentle, muted quality is favored in spaces aiming to convey peace and quietude, making it a staple in wellness and spa aesthetics.

Close Named Matches:

  • Valspar Paint Colors - #BEACCC (Exact Match, ΔE=0.00)
  • BS 2660 - Steel Blue (#BEC9CC, ΔE=20.54)
  • Benjamin Moore - Heather Plum (#BEAED6, ΔE=4.41)
  • Pantone Solid Coated - #523C (ΔE=5.00)
  • RAL Design - RAL 310 70 20 (#B5A3C5, ΔE=3.49)

Why Designers Use It:

  • Soft yet refined, this color is popular in designs aiming to create an elegant, tranquil ambiance. It is commonly used in wellness and healthcare industries, where calming spaces are prioritized.
  • The color's subtlety makes it ideal for corporate branding in industries like tech and finance, where professionalism and relaxation are key values.
  • It is a common choice in interior design, particularly for bedrooms or quiet areas, offering a restful visual experience.
  • It has a slight vintage feel, often paired with modern elements to create a juxtaposition of past and future trends.
  • Due to its neutrality, it serves as a perfect backdrop for high contrast accents in contemporary home decor and fashion collections.

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