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Alexandrite (#1E594F)

Luminance: 8% · Nearest standard name: Alexandrite

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ALEXANDRITE
#1E594F
rgb(30, 89, 79) · hsl(170°, 50%, 23%)
HEX#1E594F
RGB30, 89, 79
HSL170°, 50%, 23%
HSV / HSB170°, 66%, 35%
CMYK (Print)66%, 0%, 11%, 65%

Color Harmonies

Complementary

#1E594F#581D27

Analogous

#1D5831#1E594F#1D4458

Triadic

#1E594F#4E1D58#584E1D

Tints & Shades

Lighter Tints
Darker Shades

WCAG 2.2 Contrast Verification

Against White (#FFFFFF)8.09:1

Sample text rendered with #1E594F on white

AA Normal: PASSAA Large: PASS
Against Dark (#0F172A)2.21:1

Sample text rendered with #1E594F on dark

AA Normal: FAILAA Large: FAIL

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Comprehensive Color Profile & Design Architecture

The Complete Color Guide to Alexandrite (#1E594F)

Alexandrite (#1E594F) is a distinct shade within the Cyan chromatic spectrum. Characterized by an optical luminance of 8% and a cool color temperature, this tone plays a vital role across web applications, brand identities, and editorial typography. Discover its mathematical harmonies, accessibility metrics, UI engineering roles, and front-end code tokens.

Technical Colorimetry & Coordinate Breakdown

Exact mathematical values across digital display, print press, and human perceptual spaces.

HEX Code#1E594F
RGB Space30, 89, 79
HSL Values170°, 50%, 23%
HSV / HSB170°, 66%, 35%
CMYK Ink66%, 0%, 11%, 65%
TemperatureCool

Optical Color Harmony Formulas for Alexandrite

Geometric intervals calculated from #1E594F on the 360-degree color wheel.

Direct Polar (180°)#581D27

Complementary Harmony

Pairs Alexandrite with its polar opposite (#581D27) to create maximum optical contrast, perfect for high-converting call-to-action buttons.

Adjacent (±30°)#1D5831 · #1D4458

Analogous Harmony

Positions adjacent neighboring hues on either side of Alexandrite for serene, gentle, and organic visual transitions.

Split Angles (150° / 210°)#581D44 · #58311D

Split-Complementary

Uses the two colors flanking the direct complement of Alexandrite, offering rich visual variety without harsh chromatic vibration.

Triangular (120°)#4E1D58 · #584E1D

Triadic Harmony

Forms an equilateral triangle on the color wheel, generating playful, dynamic energy when balanced against a neutral background.

Rectangular (90°)#311D58 · #581D27 · #44581D

Tetradic (Square) Harmony

A rich four-color scheme combining two complementary pairs, ideal for complex dashboards, gaming HUDs, and multi-tier charts.

Interactive Exploration

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The 60-30-10 UI Implementation Role for Alexandrite

Recommended proportional volume and semantic interface assignment.

Recommended Assignment: Interactive Brand Accent (10% Volume)

With a saturation of 50% and lightness of 23%, Alexandrite (#1E594F) acts as an attention-grabbing focal point. In user interfaces, reserve it for primary CTA buttons, active state indicators, and notification badges to draw user clicks immediately.

Light Mode SurfaceIdeal for buttons and badges
Dark Mode AdaptationOptimal dark canvas backdrop
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Color Psychology & Industry Alignment

Strategic cognitive triggers and target sector recommendations.

Cognitive & Emotional Perception

Blends the freshness of green with the serene trust of blue. Inspires crisp clarity, modern innovation, and refreshing agility.

Optimal Industry Verticals

Bio-Tech, Digital Telecommunications, Modern SaaS, Productivity Apps. Combining Alexandrite with intentional neutral whitespace reinforces authority and conversion clarity.

Production Code Tokens for Alexandrite

Drop-in design system tokens for CSS, Tailwind CSS, and SCSS.

CSS Custom Properties (:root)Vanilla CSS
:root {
  --color-1e594f: #1E594F;
  --color-1e594f-rgb: 30, 89, 79;
  --color-1e594f-hsl: 170deg 50% 23%;
}
tailwind.config.jsTailwind CSS
module.exports = {
  theme: {
    extend: {
      colors: {
        '1e594f': '#1E594F',
      }
    }
  }
};

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Frequently Asked Questions About Alexandrite (#1E594F)

Authoritative answers covering Alexandrite color codes, WCAG contrast compliance, and UI design systems.

What are the exact digital and print color codes for Alexandrite (#1E594F)?
Alexandrite is defined by the HEX code #1E594F. Its digital screen RGB coordinates are R:30, G:89, B:79. Its cylindrical HSL values are Hue:170°, Saturation:50%, Lightness:23%. In HSV/HSB format, it is 170°, 66%, 35%. For four-color CMYK process printing, its ink percentages are C:66%, M:0%, Y:11%, K:65%.
Does Alexandrite (#1E594F) pass WCAG 2.2 accessibility standards for text readability?
Against a pure white (#FFFFFF) background, Alexandrite achieves a contrast ratio of 8.09:1 (Passing WCAG AA for normal body text, and Passing for large headings). Against dark slate (#0F172A), it achieves a contrast ratio of 2.21:1 (Failing WCAG AA).
What is the direct complementary color for Alexandrite (#1E594F)?
The exact 180-degree optical complementary color for #1E594F is #581D27. When placed side-by-side, #1E594F and #581D27 create maximum visual tension and high click-through conversion rates.
What is the recommended role for Alexandrite in the 60-30-10 UI design rule?
With a saturation of 50% and lightness of 23%, Alexandrite (#1E594F) acts as an attention-grabbing focal point. In user interfaces, reserve it for primary CTA buttons, active state indicators, and notification badges to draw user clicks immediately.
How can I copy and export Alexandrite into Tailwind CSS and CSS variables?
You can define Alexandrite in CSS custom properties as ':root { --color-custom: #1E594F; }' or paste it into your 'tailwind.config.js' file under 'theme.extend.colors'. You can also generate full palettes containing Alexandrite using our interactive Color Palette Generator.
Which color family does Alexandrite (#1E594F) belong to?
Alexandrite belongs to the Cyan family (Cool spectrum). You can explore full tonal ramps and curated palettes in our Cyan Color Guide.