Is Boysenberry (#873260) accessible for digital body text?

Against a pure white background (#FFFFFF), #873260 achieves a contrast ratio of 7.91:1 (Passing WCAG AA normal text). Against a dark slate background (#0F172A), it achieves a contrast ratio of 2.26:1 (Failing WCAG AA normal text).

Which color harmonies pair best with Boysenberry?

The exact complementary color for #873260 is #328659. For analogous pairings, use #833286 and #863234. You can explore these combinations further in our Color Harmony Generator.

Color Directory/Boysenberry

Boysenberry (#873260)

Q: What are the exact digital and print color codes for Boysenberry (#873260)?

Boysenberry has the HEX code #873260. In RGB color coordinates, its values are 135, 50, 96. In HSL, it is 328°, 46%, 36%. In CMYK print values, it corresponds to C:0% M:63% Y:29% K:47%.

Luminance: 8% · Nearest standard name: Boysenberry

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BOYSENBERRY

#873260

rgb(135, 50, 96) · hsl(328°, 46%, 36%)

HEX#873260

RGB135, 50, 96

HSL328°, 46%, 36%

HSV / HSB328°, 63%, 53%

CMYK (Print)0%, 63%, 29%, 47%

Color Harmonies

Complementary

#873260#328659

Analogous

#833286#873260#863234

Triadic

#873260#5F8632#325F86

Tints & Shades

Lighter Tints

Darker Shades

WCAG 2.2 Contrast Verification

Against White (#FFFFFF)7.91:1

Sample text rendered with #873260 on white

AA Normal: PASSAA Large: PASS

Against Dark (#0F172A)2.26:1

Sample text rendered with #873260 on dark

AA Normal: FAILAA Large: FAIL

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Comprehensive Color Profile & Design Architecture

The Complete Color Guide to Boysenberry (#873260)

Boysenberry (#873260) is a distinct shade within the Rose & Red chromatic spectrum. Characterized by an optical luminance of 8% and a warm 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#873260

RGB Space135, 50, 96

HSL Values328°, 46%, 36%

HSV / HSB328°, 63%, 53%

CMYK Ink0%, 63%, 29%, 47%

TemperatureWarm

Optical Color Harmony Formulas for Boysenberry

Geometric intervals calculated from #873260 on the 360-degree color wheel.

Direct Polar (180°)#328659

Complementary Harmony

Pairs Boysenberry with its polar opposite (#328659) to create maximum optical contrast, perfect for high-converting call-to-action buttons.

Adjacent (±30°)#833286 · #863234

Analogous Harmony

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

Split Angles (150° / 210°)#348632 · #328683

Split-Complementary

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

Triangular (120°)#5F8632 · #325F86

Triadic Harmony

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

Rectangular (90°)#868332 · #328659 · #323486

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 Boysenberry

Recommended proportional volume and semantic interface assignment.

Recommended Assignment: Interactive Brand Accent (10% Volume)

With a saturation of 46% and lightness of 36%, Boysenberry (#873260) 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

Radiates high energy, urgency, passionate emotion, and dramatic visual power. Commands immediate human attention.

Optimal Industry Verticals

E-Commerce Flash Sales, Fitness Apparel, Gaming HUDs, Food & Beverage. Combining Boysenberry with intentional neutral whitespace reinforces authority and conversion clarity.

Production Code Tokens for Boysenberry

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

CSS Custom Properties (:root)Vanilla CSS

:root {
  --color-873260: #873260;
  --color-873260-rgb: 135, 50, 96;
  --color-873260-hsl: 328deg 46% 36%;
}

tailwind.config.jsTailwind CSS

module.exports = {
  theme: {
    extend: {
      colors: {
        '873260': '#873260',
      }
    }
  }
};

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Frequently Asked Questions About Boysenberry (#873260)

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

What are the exact digital and print color codes for Boysenberry (#873260)?

Boysenberry is defined by the HEX code #873260. Its digital screen RGB coordinates are R:135, G:50, B:96. Its cylindrical HSL values are Hue:328°, Saturation:46%, Lightness:36%. In HSV/HSB format, it is 328°, 63%, 53%. For four-color CMYK process printing, its ink percentages are C:0%, M:63%, Y:29%, K:47%.

Does Boysenberry (#873260) pass WCAG 2.2 accessibility standards for text readability?

Against a pure white (#FFFFFF) background, Boysenberry achieves a contrast ratio of 7.91:1 (Passing WCAG AA for normal body text, and Passing for large headings). Against dark slate (#0F172A), it achieves a contrast ratio of 2.26:1 (Failing WCAG AA).

What is the direct complementary color for Boysenberry (#873260)?

The exact 180-degree optical complementary color for #873260 is #328659. When placed side-by-side, #873260 and #328659 create maximum visual tension and high click-through conversion rates.

What is the recommended role for Boysenberry in the 60-30-10 UI design rule?

How can I copy and export Boysenberry into Tailwind CSS and CSS variables?

You can define Boysenberry in CSS custom properties as ':root { --color-custom: #873260; }' or paste it into your 'tailwind.config.js' file under 'theme.extend.colors'. You can also generate full palettes containing Boysenberry using our interactive Color Palette Generator.

Which color family does Boysenberry (#873260) belong to?

Boysenberry belongs to the Rose & Red family (Warm spectrum). You can explore full tonal ramps and curated palettes in our Rose & Red Color Guide.