Is Foxglove (#C7617C) accessible for digital body text?

Against a pure white background (#FFFFFF), #C7617C achieves a contrast ratio of 3.87:1 (Failing WCAG AA normal text). Against a dark slate background (#0F172A), it achieves a contrast ratio of 4.62:1 (Passing WCAG AA normal text).

Which color harmonies pair best with Foxglove?

The exact complementary color for #C7617C is #60C7AC. For analogous pairings, use #C760AF and #C77860. You can explore these combinations further in our Color Harmony Generator.

Color Directory/Foxglove

Foxglove (#C7617C)

Q: What are the exact digital and print color codes for Foxglove (#C7617C)?

Foxglove has the HEX code #C7617C. In RGB color coordinates, its values are 199, 97, 124. In HSL, it is 344°, 48%, 58%. In CMYK print values, it corresponds to C:0% M:51% Y:38% K:22%.

Luminance: 22% · Nearest standard name: Foxglove

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FOXGLOVE

#C7617C

rgb(199, 97, 124) · hsl(344°, 48%, 58%)

HEX#C7617C

RGB199, 97, 124

HSL344°, 48%, 58%

HSV / HSB344°, 51%, 78%

CMYK (Print)0%, 51%, 38%, 22%

Color Harmonies

Complementary

#C7617C#60C7AC

Analogous

#C760AF#C7617C#C77860

Triadic

#C7617C#7CC760#607CC7

Tints & Shades

Lighter Tints

Darker Shades

WCAG 2.2 Contrast Verification

Against White (#FFFFFF)3.87:1

Sample text rendered with #C7617C on white

AA Normal: FAILAA Large: PASS

Against Dark (#0F172A)4.62:1

Sample text rendered with #C7617C on dark

AA Normal: PASSAA Large: PASS

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Comprehensive Color Profile & Design Architecture

The Complete Color Guide to Foxglove (#C7617C)

Foxglove (#C7617C) is a distinct shade within the Rose & Red chromatic spectrum. Characterized by an optical luminance of 22% 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#C7617C

RGB Space199, 97, 124

HSL Values344°, 48%, 58%

HSV / HSB344°, 51%, 78%

CMYK Ink0%, 51%, 38%, 22%

TemperatureWarm

Optical Color Harmony Formulas for Foxglove

Geometric intervals calculated from #C7617C on the 360-degree color wheel.

Direct Polar (180°)#60C7AC

Complementary Harmony

Pairs Foxglove with its polar opposite (#60C7AC) to create maximum optical contrast, perfect for high-converting call-to-action buttons.

Adjacent (±30°)#C760AF · #C77860

Analogous Harmony

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

Split Angles (150° / 210°)#60C778 · #60AFC7

Split-Complementary

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

Triangular (120°)#7CC760 · #607CC7

Triadic Harmony

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

Rectangular (90°)#AFC760 · #60C7AC · #7860C7

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 Foxglove

Recommended proportional volume and semantic interface assignment.

Recommended Assignment: Interactive Brand Accent (10% Volume)

With a saturation of 48% and lightness of 58%, Foxglove (#C7617C) 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 Foxglove with intentional neutral whitespace reinforces authority and conversion clarity.

Production Code Tokens for Foxglove

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

CSS Custom Properties (:root)Vanilla CSS

:root {
  --color-c7617c: #C7617C;
  --color-c7617c-rgb: 199, 97, 124;
  --color-c7617c-hsl: 344deg 48% 58%;
}

tailwind.config.jsTailwind CSS

module.exports = {
  theme: {
    extend: {
      colors: {
        'c7617c': '#C7617C',
      }
    }
  }
};

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Frequently Asked Questions About Foxglove (#C7617C)

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

What are the exact digital and print color codes for Foxglove (#C7617C)?

Foxglove is defined by the HEX code #C7617C. Its digital screen RGB coordinates are R:199, G:97, B:124. Its cylindrical HSL values are Hue:344°, Saturation:48%, Lightness:58%. In HSV/HSB format, it is 344°, 51%, 78%. For four-color CMYK process printing, its ink percentages are C:0%, M:51%, Y:38%, K:22%.

Does Foxglove (#C7617C) pass WCAG 2.2 accessibility standards for text readability?

Against a pure white (#FFFFFF) background, Foxglove achieves a contrast ratio of 3.87:1 (Failing WCAG AA for normal body text, and Passing for large headings). Against dark slate (#0F172A), it achieves a contrast ratio of 4.62:1 (Passing WCAG AA).

What is the direct complementary color for Foxglove (#C7617C)?

The exact 180-degree optical complementary color for #C7617C is #60C7AC. When placed side-by-side, #C7617C and #60C7AC create maximum visual tension and high click-through conversion rates.

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

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

You can define Foxglove in CSS custom properties as ':root { --color-custom: #C7617C; }' or paste it into your 'tailwind.config.js' file under 'theme.extend.colors'. You can also generate full palettes containing Foxglove using our interactive Color Palette Generator.

Which color family does Foxglove (#C7617C) belong to?

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