Is Artichoke (#8F9779) accessible for digital body text?

Against a pure white background (#FFFFFF), #8F9779 achieves a contrast ratio of 3.06:1 (Failing WCAG AA normal text). Against a dark slate background (#0F172A), it achieves a contrast ratio of 5.84:1 (Passing WCAG AA normal text).

Which color harmonies pair best with Artichoke?

The exact complementary color for #8F9779 is #807897. For analogous pairings, use #978F78 and #7F9778. You can explore these combinations further in our Color Harmony Generator.

Color Directory/Artichoke

Artichoke (#8F9779)

Q: What are the exact digital and print color codes for Artichoke (#8F9779)?

Artichoke has the HEX code #8F9779. In RGB color coordinates, its values are 143, 151, 121. In HSL, it is 76°, 13%, 53%. In CMYK print values, it corresponds to C:5% M:0% Y:20% K:41%.

Luminance: 29% · Nearest standard name: Artichoke

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ARTICHOKE

#8F9779

rgb(143, 151, 121) · hsl(76°, 13%, 53%)

HEX#8F9779

RGB143, 151, 121

HSL76°, 13%, 53%

HSV / HSB76°, 20%, 59%

CMYK (Print)5%, 0%, 20%, 41%

Color Harmonies

Complementary

#8F9779#807897

Analogous

#978F78#8F9779#7F9778

Triadic

#8F9779#788E97#97788E

Tints & Shades

Lighter Tints

Darker Shades

WCAG 2.2 Contrast Verification

Against White (#FFFFFF)3.06:1

Sample text rendered with #8F9779 on white

AA Normal: FAILAA Large: PASS

Against Dark (#0F172A)5.84:1

Sample text rendered with #8F9779 on dark

AA Normal: PASSAA Large: PASS

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Comprehensive Color Profile & Design Architecture

The Complete Color Guide to Artichoke (#8F9779)

Artichoke (#8F9779) is a distinct shade within the Emerald Green chromatic spectrum. Characterized by an optical luminance of 29% and a warm-cool hybrid (vegetal / lime) 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#8F9779

RGB Space143, 151, 121

HSL Values76°, 13%, 53%

HSV / HSB76°, 20%, 59%

CMYK Ink5%, 0%, 20%, 41%

TemperatureWarm-Cool Hybrid (Vegetal / Lime)

Optical Color Harmony Formulas for Artichoke

Geometric intervals calculated from #8F9779 on the 360-degree color wheel.

Direct Polar (180°)#807897

Complementary Harmony

Pairs Artichoke with its polar opposite (#807897) to create maximum optical contrast, perfect for high-converting call-to-action buttons.

Adjacent (±30°)#978F78 · #7F9778

Analogous Harmony

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

Split Angles (150° / 210°)#787F97 · #8F7897

Split-Complementary

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

Triangular (120°)#788E97 · #97788E

Triadic Harmony

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

Rectangular (90°)#78978F · #807897 · #97787F

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 Artichoke

Recommended proportional volume and semantic interface assignment.

Recommended Assignment: Structural Surface & Border Tone (30% Volume)

Because of its muted, low-chroma saturation (13%), Artichoke (#8F9779) excels as a secondary surface color for container cards, table borders, navigation sidebars, and divider strokes.

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

Provides timeless neutrality, structural balance, and minimalist sophistication. Eliminates chromatic noise so primary content and photography take center stage.

Optimal Industry Verticals

Editorial Publications, Minimalist Portfolios, Architecture, Hardware Engineering. Combining Artichoke with intentional neutral whitespace reinforces authority and conversion clarity.

Production Code Tokens for Artichoke

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

CSS Custom Properties (:root)Vanilla CSS

:root {
  --color-8f9779: #8F9779;
  --color-8f9779-rgb: 143, 151, 121;
  --color-8f9779-hsl: 76deg 13% 53%;
}

tailwind.config.jsTailwind CSS

module.exports = {
  theme: {
    extend: {
      colors: {
        '8f9779': '#8F9779',
      }
    }
  }
};

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Frequently Asked Questions About Artichoke (#8F9779)

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

What are the exact digital and print color codes for Artichoke (#8F9779)?

Artichoke is defined by the HEX code #8F9779. Its digital screen RGB coordinates are R:143, G:151, B:121. Its cylindrical HSL values are Hue:76°, Saturation:13%, Lightness:53%. In HSV/HSB format, it is 76°, 20%, 59%. For four-color CMYK process printing, its ink percentages are C:5%, M:0%, Y:20%, K:41%.

Does Artichoke (#8F9779) pass WCAG 2.2 accessibility standards for text readability?

Against a pure white (#FFFFFF) background, Artichoke achieves a contrast ratio of 3.06:1 (Failing WCAG AA for normal body text, and Passing for large headings). Against dark slate (#0F172A), it achieves a contrast ratio of 5.84:1 (Passing WCAG AA).

What is the direct complementary color for Artichoke (#8F9779)?

The exact 180-degree optical complementary color for #8F9779 is #807897. When placed side-by-side, #8F9779 and #807897 create maximum visual tension and high click-through conversion rates.

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

Because of its muted, low-chroma saturation (13%), Artichoke (#8F9779) excels as a secondary surface color for container cards, table borders, navigation sidebars, and divider strokes.

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

You can define Artichoke in CSS custom properties as ':root { --color-custom: #8F9779; }' or paste it into your 'tailwind.config.js' file under 'theme.extend.colors'. You can also generate full palettes containing Artichoke using our interactive Color Palette Generator.

Which color family does Artichoke (#8F9779) belong to?

Artichoke belongs to the Emerald Green family (Warm-Cool Hybrid (Vegetal / Lime) spectrum). You can explore full tonal ramps and curated palettes in our Emerald Green Color Guide.