Is Forget Me Not (#7BAABE) accessible for digital body text?

Against a pure white background (#FFFFFF), #7BAABE achieves a contrast ratio of 2.52:1 (Failing WCAG AA normal text). Against a dark slate background (#0F172A), it achieves a contrast ratio of 7.09:1 (Passing WCAG AA normal text).

Which color harmonies pair best with Forget Me Not?

The exact complementary color for #7BAABE is #BD8E7A. For analogous pairings, use #7ABDB0 and #7A87BD. You can explore these combinations further in our Color Harmony Generator.

Color Directory/Forget Me Not

Forget Me Not (#7BAABE)

Q: What are the exact digital and print color codes for Forget Me Not (#7BAABE)?

Forget Me Not has the HEX code #7BAABE. In RGB color coordinates, its values are 123, 170, 190. In HSL, it is 198°, 34%, 61%. In CMYK print values, it corresponds to C:35% M:11% Y:0% K:25%.

Luminance: 37% · Nearest standard name: Forget Me Not

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FORGET ME NOT

#7BAABE

rgb(123, 170, 190) · hsl(198°, 34%, 61%)

HEX#7BAABE

RGB123, 170, 190

HSL198°, 34%, 61%

HSV / HSB198°, 35%, 75%

CMYK (Print)35%, 11%, 0%, 25%

Color Harmonies

Complementary

#7BAABE#BD8E7A

Analogous

#7ABDB0#7BAABE#7A87BD

Triadic

#7BAABE#BD7AA9#A9BD7A

Tints & Shades

Lighter Tints

Darker Shades

WCAG 2.2 Contrast Verification

Against White (#FFFFFF)2.52:1

Sample text rendered with #7BAABE on white

AA Normal: FAILAA Large: FAIL

Against Dark (#0F172A)7.09:1

Sample text rendered with #7BAABE on dark

AA Normal: PASSAA Large: PASS

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Comprehensive Color Profile & Design Architecture

The Complete Color Guide to Forget Me Not (#7BAABE)

Forget Me Not (#7BAABE) is a distinct shade within the Blue chromatic spectrum. Characterized by an optical luminance of 37% 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#7BAABE

RGB Space123, 170, 190

HSL Values198°, 34%, 61%

HSV / HSB198°, 35%, 75%

CMYK Ink35%, 11%, 0%, 25%

TemperatureCool

Optical Color Harmony Formulas for Forget Me Not

Geometric intervals calculated from #7BAABE on the 360-degree color wheel.

Direct Polar (180°)#BD8E7A

Complementary Harmony

Pairs Forget Me Not with its polar opposite (#BD8E7A) to create maximum optical contrast, perfect for high-converting call-to-action buttons.

Adjacent (±30°)#7ABDB0 · #7A87BD

Analogous Harmony

Positions adjacent neighboring hues on either side of Forget Me Not for serene, gentle, and organic visual transitions.

Split Angles (150° / 210°)#BD7A87 · #BDB07A

Split-Complementary

Uses the two colors flanking the direct complement of Forget Me Not, offering rich visual variety without harsh chromatic vibration.

Triangular (120°)#BD7AA9 · #A9BD7A

Triadic Harmony

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

Rectangular (90°)#B07ABD · #BD8E7A · #87BD7A

Tetradic (Square) Harmony

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

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The 60-30-10 UI Implementation Role for Forget Me Not

Recommended proportional volume and semantic interface assignment.

Recommended Assignment: Interactive Brand Accent (10% Volume)

With a saturation of 34% and lightness of 61%, Forget Me Not (#7BAABE) 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 AdaptationDesaturate slightly for ambient glow

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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 Forget Me Not with intentional neutral whitespace reinforces authority and conversion clarity.

Production Code Tokens for Forget Me Not

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

CSS Custom Properties (:root)Vanilla CSS

:root {
  --color-7baabe: #7BAABE;
  --color-7baabe-rgb: 123, 170, 190;
  --color-7baabe-hsl: 198deg 34% 61%;
}

tailwind.config.jsTailwind CSS

module.exports = {
  theme: {
    extend: {
      colors: {
        '7baabe': '#7BAABE',
      }
    }
  }
};

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Frequently Asked Questions About Forget Me Not (#7BAABE)

Authoritative answers covering Forget Me Not color codes, WCAG contrast compliance, and UI design systems.

What are the exact digital and print color codes for Forget Me Not (#7BAABE)?

Forget Me Not is defined by the HEX code #7BAABE. Its digital screen RGB coordinates are R:123, G:170, B:190. Its cylindrical HSL values are Hue:198°, Saturation:34%, Lightness:61%. In HSV/HSB format, it is 198°, 35%, 75%. For four-color CMYK process printing, its ink percentages are C:35%, M:11%, Y:0%, K:25%.

Does Forget Me Not (#7BAABE) pass WCAG 2.2 accessibility standards for text readability?

Against a pure white (#FFFFFF) background, Forget Me Not achieves a contrast ratio of 2.52:1 (Failing WCAG AA for normal body text, and Failing for large headings). Against dark slate (#0F172A), it achieves a contrast ratio of 7.09:1 (Passing WCAG AA).

What is the direct complementary color for Forget Me Not (#7BAABE)?

The exact 180-degree optical complementary color for #7BAABE is #BD8E7A. When placed side-by-side, #7BAABE and #BD8E7A create maximum visual tension and high click-through conversion rates.

What is the recommended role for Forget Me Not in the 60-30-10 UI design rule?

How can I copy and export Forget Me Not into Tailwind CSS and CSS variables?

You can define Forget Me Not in CSS custom properties as ':root { --color-custom: #7BAABE; }' or paste it into your 'tailwind.config.js' file under 'theme.extend.colors'. You can also generate full palettes containing Forget Me Not using our interactive Color Palette Generator.

Which color family does Forget Me Not (#7BAABE) belong to?

Forget Me Not belongs to the Blue family (Cool spectrum). You can explore full tonal ramps and curated palettes in our Blue Color Guide.