Is Mulberry (#C54B8C) accessible for digital body text?

Against a pure white background (#FFFFFF), #C54B8C achieves a contrast ratio of 4.41:1 (Failing WCAG AA normal text). Against a dark slate background (#0F172A), it achieves a contrast ratio of 4.05:1 (Failing WCAG AA normal text).

Which color harmonies pair best with Mulberry?

The exact complementary color for #C54B8C is #4AC483. For analogous pairings, use #C04AC4 and #C44A4E. You can explore these combinations further in our Color Harmony Generator.

Color Directory/Mulberry

Mulberry (#C54B8C)

Q: What are the exact digital and print color codes for Mulberry (#C54B8C)?

Mulberry has the HEX code #C54B8C. In RGB color coordinates, its values are 197, 75, 140. In HSL, it is 328°, 51%, 53%. In CMYK print values, it corresponds to C:0% M:62% Y:29% K:23%.

Luminance: 19% · Nearest standard name: Mulberry

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MULBERRY

#C54B8C

rgb(197, 75, 140) · hsl(328°, 51%, 53%)

HEX#C54B8C

RGB197, 75, 140

HSL328°, 51%, 53%

HSV / HSB328°, 62%, 77%

CMYK (Print)0%, 62%, 29%, 23%

Color Harmonies

Complementary

#C54B8C#4AC483

Analogous

#C04AC4#C54B8C#C44A4E

Triadic

#C54B8C#8BC44A#4A8BC4

Tints & Shades

Lighter Tints

Darker Shades

WCAG 2.2 Contrast Verification

Against White (#FFFFFF)4.41:1

Sample text rendered with #C54B8C on white

AA Normal: FAILAA Large: PASS

Against Dark (#0F172A)4.05:1

Sample text rendered with #C54B8C on dark

AA Normal: FAILAA Large: PASS

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Comprehensive Color Profile & Design Architecture

The Complete Color Guide to Mulberry (#C54B8C)

Mulberry (#C54B8C) is a distinct shade within the Rose & Red chromatic spectrum. Characterized by an optical luminance of 19% 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#C54B8C

RGB Space197, 75, 140

HSL Values328°, 51%, 53%

HSV / HSB328°, 62%, 77%

CMYK Ink0%, 62%, 29%, 23%

TemperatureWarm

Optical Color Harmony Formulas for Mulberry

Geometric intervals calculated from #C54B8C on the 360-degree color wheel.

Direct Polar (180°)#4AC483

Complementary Harmony

Pairs Mulberry with its polar opposite (#4AC483) to create maximum optical contrast, perfect for high-converting call-to-action buttons.

Adjacent (±30°)#C04AC4 · #C44A4E

Analogous Harmony

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

Split Angles (150° / 210°)#4EC44A · #4AC4C0

Split-Complementary

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

Triangular (120°)#8BC44A · #4A8BC4

Triadic Harmony

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

Rectangular (90°)#C4C04A · #4AC483 · #4A4EC4

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 Mulberry

Recommended proportional volume and semantic interface assignment.

Recommended Assignment: Interactive Brand Accent (10% Volume)

With a saturation of 51% and lightness of 53%, Mulberry (#C54B8C) 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 Mulberry with intentional neutral whitespace reinforces authority and conversion clarity.

Production Code Tokens for Mulberry

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

CSS Custom Properties (:root)Vanilla CSS

:root {
  --color-c54b8c: #C54B8C;
  --color-c54b8c-rgb: 197, 75, 140;
  --color-c54b8c-hsl: 328deg 51% 53%;
}

tailwind.config.jsTailwind CSS

module.exports = {
  theme: {
    extend: {
      colors: {
        'c54b8c': '#C54B8C',
      }
    }
  }
};

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Frequently Asked Questions About Mulberry (#C54B8C)

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

What are the exact digital and print color codes for Mulberry (#C54B8C)?

Mulberry is defined by the HEX code #C54B8C. Its digital screen RGB coordinates are R:197, G:75, B:140. Its cylindrical HSL values are Hue:328°, Saturation:51%, Lightness:53%. In HSV/HSB format, it is 328°, 62%, 77%. For four-color CMYK process printing, its ink percentages are C:0%, M:62%, Y:29%, K:23%.

Does Mulberry (#C54B8C) pass WCAG 2.2 accessibility standards for text readability?

Against a pure white (#FFFFFF) background, Mulberry achieves a contrast ratio of 4.41:1 (Failing WCAG AA for normal body text, and Passing for large headings). Against dark slate (#0F172A), it achieves a contrast ratio of 4.05:1 (Failing WCAG AA).

What is the direct complementary color for Mulberry (#C54B8C)?

The exact 180-degree optical complementary color for #C54B8C is #4AC483. When placed side-by-side, #C54B8C and #4AC483 create maximum visual tension and high click-through conversion rates.

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

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

You can define Mulberry in CSS custom properties as ':root { --color-custom: #C54B8C; }' or paste it into your 'tailwind.config.js' file under 'theme.extend.colors'. You can also generate full palettes containing Mulberry using our interactive Color Palette Generator.

Which color family does Mulberry (#C54B8C) belong to?

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