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Thistle

#CAABAF

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
CAABAF
RGB
202, 171, 175
HSL
352, 23%, 73%
HSB
352, 15%, 79%
CMYK
0, 15, 13, 21
LAB
73, 12, 2
LCH
73, 12, 11
OKLCH
0.77, 0.04, 9
XYZ
47, 45, 47
LUV
73, 19, 1
HWB
352, 67%, 21%
Pantone
4995 C

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