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Thistle

#B4AEC0

A light, muted thistle — sophisticated balance of hue and saturation that conveys composure and subtle refinement, well-suited to modern, minimalist design.

Psychology

Gray is the connective tissue of interface design — neutral, balanced, and quiet. It supports without competing.

Meaning

Sophistication, neutrality, and restraint. Warm grays feel inviting; cool grays feel modern and technical.

Applications

Essential for backgrounds, borders, dividers, and secondary text in product UIs. Build a 9–11 step gray ramp early in any design system.

Conversion

HEX
B4AEC0
RGB
180, 174, 192
HSL
260, 12%, 72%
HSB
260, 9%, 75%
CMYK
6, 9, 0, 25
LAB
72, 5, -8
LCH
72, 10, 300
OKLCH
0.76, 0.03, 301
XYZ
43, 44, 56
LUV
72, 2, -14
HWB
260, 68%, 25%
Pantone
5285 C

Harmonies

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Shades & tints

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