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Matcha Pastel (#C8D6AF)

Luminance: 63% · Nearest standard name: Matcha Pastel

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MATCHA PASTEL
#C8D6AF
rgb(200, 214, 175) · hsl(82°, 32%, 76%)
HEX#C8D6AF
RGB200, 214, 175
HSL82°, 32%, 76%
HSV / HSB82°, 18%, 84%
CMYK (Print)7%, 0%, 18%, 16%

Color Harmonies

Complementary

#C8D6AF#BDAED5

Analogous

#D5D0AE#C8D6AF#B3D5AE

Triadic

#C8D6AF#AEC7D5#D5AEC7

Tints & Shades

Lighter Tints
Darker Shades

WCAG 2.2 Contrast Verification

Against White (#FFFFFF)1.53:1

Sample text rendered with #C8D6AF on white

AA Normal: FAILAA Large: FAIL
Against Dark (#0F172A)11.64:1

Sample text rendered with #C8D6AF on dark

AA Normal: PASSAA Large: PASS

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Comprehensive Color Profile & Design Architecture

The Complete Color Guide to Matcha Pastel (#C8D6AF)

Matcha Pastel (#C8D6AF) is a distinct shade within the Emerald Green chromatic spectrum. Characterized by an optical luminance of 63% 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#C8D6AF
RGB Space200, 214, 175
HSL Values82°, 32%, 76%
HSV / HSB82°, 18%, 84%
CMYK Ink7%, 0%, 18%, 16%
TemperatureWarm-Cool Hybrid (Vegetal / Lime)

Optical Color Harmony Formulas for Matcha Pastel

Geometric intervals calculated from #C8D6AF on the 360-degree color wheel.

Direct Polar (180°)#BDAED5

Complementary Harmony

Pairs Matcha Pastel with its polar opposite (#BDAED5) to create maximum optical contrast, perfect for high-converting call-to-action buttons.

Adjacent (±30°)#D5D0AE · #B3D5AE

Analogous Harmony

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

Split Angles (150° / 210°)#AEB3D5 · #D0AED5

Split-Complementary

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

Triangular (120°)#AEC7D5 · #D5AEC7

Triadic Harmony

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

Rectangular (90°)#AED5D0 · #BDAED5 · #D5AEB3

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 Matcha Pastel

Recommended proportional volume and semantic interface assignment.

Recommended Assignment: Interactive Brand Accent (10% Volume)

With a saturation of 32% and lightness of 76%, Matcha Pastel (#C8D6AF) 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
Tonal Expansion ScaleView 10-step design token ramp →

Color Psychology & Industry Alignment

Strategic cognitive triggers and target sector recommendations.

Cognitive & Emotional Perception

This color projects authority, intelligence, and calm dependability. Universally trusted across enterprise software and fintech products.

Optimal Industry Verticals

Fintech, Enterprise SaaS, Healthcare, Cloud Infrastructure. Combining Matcha Pastel with intentional neutral whitespace reinforces authority and conversion clarity.

Production Code Tokens for Matcha Pastel

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

CSS Custom Properties (:root)Vanilla CSS
:root {
  --color-c8d6af: #C8D6AF;
  --color-c8d6af-rgb: 200, 214, 175;
  --color-c8d6af-hsl: 82deg 32% 76%;
}
tailwind.config.jsTailwind CSS
module.exports = {
  theme: {
    extend: {
      colors: {
        'c8d6af': '#C8D6AF',
      }
    }
  }
};

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Frequently Asked Questions About Matcha Pastel (#C8D6AF)

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

What are the exact digital and print color codes for Matcha Pastel (#C8D6AF)?
Matcha Pastel is defined by the HEX code #C8D6AF. Its digital screen RGB coordinates are R:200, G:214, B:175. Its cylindrical HSL values are Hue:82°, Saturation:32%, Lightness:76%. In HSV/HSB format, it is 82°, 18%, 84%. For four-color CMYK process printing, its ink percentages are C:7%, M:0%, Y:18%, K:16%.
Does Matcha Pastel (#C8D6AF) pass WCAG 2.2 accessibility standards for text readability?
Against a pure white (#FFFFFF) background, Matcha Pastel achieves a contrast ratio of 1.53:1 (Failing WCAG AA for normal body text, and Failing for large headings). Against dark slate (#0F172A), it achieves a contrast ratio of 11.64:1 (Passing WCAG AA).
What is the direct complementary color for Matcha Pastel (#C8D6AF)?
The exact 180-degree optical complementary color for #C8D6AF is #BDAED5. When placed side-by-side, #C8D6AF and #BDAED5 create maximum visual tension and high click-through conversion rates.
What is the recommended role for Matcha Pastel in the 60-30-10 UI design rule?
With a saturation of 32% and lightness of 76%, Matcha Pastel (#C8D6AF) 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.
How can I copy and export Matcha Pastel into Tailwind CSS and CSS variables?
You can define Matcha Pastel in CSS custom properties as ':root { --color-custom: #C8D6AF; }' or paste it into your 'tailwind.config.js' file under 'theme.extend.colors'. You can also generate full palettes containing Matcha Pastel using our interactive Color Palette Generator.
Which color family does Matcha Pastel (#C8D6AF) belong to?
Matcha Pastel 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.