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Thistle

#CCAEAD

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
CCAEAD
RGB
204, 174, 173
HSL
2, 23%, 74%
HSB
2, 15%, 80%
CMYK
0, 15, 15, 20
LAB
74, 11, 5
LCH
74, 12, 23
OKLCH
0.78, 0.03, 20
XYZ
48, 46, 46
LUV
74, 18, 5
HWB
2, 68%, 20%
Pantone
4995 C

Harmonies

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