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Thistle#D8BFD8
thistle color with #D8BFD8 hex code

Meaning of the color Thistle

Thistle is a gentle and muted shade of lavender with gray undertones, inspired by the delicate thistle flower. This color symbolizes softness, elegance, and tranquility, making it an ideal choice for designs that aim to evoke serenity and sophistication.
Thistle pairs beautifully with complementary pastels like mint green or baby pink for a harmonious palette. For a more dynamic look, combine it with deeper tones like navy or emerald green. Metallic accents such as silver or platinum enhance its understated elegance.


Psychological characteristics of Thistle color

Thistle is a calming and delicate color that evokes feelings of relaxation and elegance. Its psychological traits include:

  • Tranquility and calmness: Thistle’s soft tones promote a sense of peace and balance.
  • Elegance and subtlety: Its muted hue adds refinement and charm to designs.
  • Gentleness and warmth: Thistle conveys a nurturing and inviting atmosphere.
  • Sophistication and creativity: This color inspires understated yet impactful designs.

Symbolic meanings of color Thistle

Tranquility and calmness
Elegance and subtlety
Gentleness and warmth
Sophistication and creativity

Technical information about Thistle/#D8BFD8

The Thistle hex code, #D8BFD8, captures its soft and muted tones. In the RGB color model, Thistle is composed of 84.7% red, 74.9% green, and 84.7% blue. In the CMYK model, it translates to 0% cyan, 11.5% magenta, 0% yellow, and 15.3% black.
Thistle’s serene and versatile hue makes it a favorite in design applications, including branding, interior decor, and fashion. Its ability to combine subtlety with sophistication ensures it stands out in any creative context.

Thistle color conversion table

The hexadecimal color #D8BFD8 has RGB values of R: 216 , G: 191, B: 216 and CMYK values of C: 0, M: 12, Y: 0, K:15.
Color codeValueCSS
HEX#D8BFD8#D8BFD8
RGB DECIMAL216, 191, 216rgb(216, 191, 216)
RGB PERCENTAGE85%, 75%, 85%85, 75, 85
CMYK0, 12, 0, 15
HSL300.0°, 24.3, 79.8hsl(300.0°, 24.3%, 79.8%)
HSV (OR HSB)300.0°, 11.6, 84.7
WEB SAFE#D8BFD8#D8BFD8
CIE-LAB80.077, 13.224, -9.239
XYZ59.344, 56.818, 72.805
XYY0.314, 0.301, 56.818
CIE-LCH80.077, 16.131, 325.059
CIE-LUV80.077, 12.723, -16.463
HUNTER-LAB75.378, 8.620, -4.502
BINAR11011000 10111111 11011000

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