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碧螺春绿

#867018
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Earth Element
Late Summer · Center · Stability & Nourishment
Primary Color (正色)

Cultural Resonance

A traditional Chinese color with historical roots. Modern nomenclature.

A primary color in the Five Elements system, used in imperial court rituals and ceremonial attire.

Five Elements

Element
Earth
Season
Late Summer
Direction
Center
Symbolism
Virtue & Inclusiveness
Color Class
Primary Color (正色)
Category
Yellow

Technical Specs

HEX#867018
RGB134, 112, 24
HSL48°, 70%, 31%
CMYK36%, 42%, 100%, 30%

Visual Analysis

A medium-dark amber tone (H:48° S:70% L:31%) that is highly saturated, vibrant. It carries the brilliance of ceramic glaze, offering a distinctive presence in any palette.

Color Harmonies

Complementary
#867018
#182E86
Triadic
#867018
#188670
#701886
Analogous
#863918
#867018
#658618
Split-Complementary
#867018
#186586
#391886
Tint & Shade
#322A06
#867018
#CDAF37

Design Applications

Brand & Identity

"碧螺春绿" is particularly suited for organic food, wellness, and artisanal crafts. Its specific tonal character (H:48° S:70%) creates a distinctive brand identity that stands apart from generic color choices.

Interior & Spatial

In spatial design, this specific shade excels in sunlit kitchens and creative studios. At 31% lightness, it balances visibility and subtlety — ideal for body text containers, sidebar accents, or secondary backgrounds.

Digital & UI

In digital interfaces, consider using "碧螺春绿" for highlight labels, progress indicators, and warm gradients. At 31% lightness, it balances visibility and subtlety — ideal for body text containers, sidebar accents, or secondary backgrounds.

Accessibility — WCAG Contrast

White Text Sample
The quick brown fox jumps.
4.83:1
AA AAA
Black Text Sample
The quick brown fox jumps.
4.34:1
AA AAA

WCAG 2.1 requires ≥4.5:1 for AA and ≥7:1 for AAA. Best text color: white (#FFF).

Color Psychology

Color Temperature

Warm-toned (hue 48°), triggers energy and action. Warm colors advance visually, making elements feel prominent.

Visual Weight

At 31% lightness, carries substantial visual weight — adds perceived importance and gravity.

Saturation Impact

High saturation (70%) demands attention — brain processes ~50ms faster than desaturated variants.

Color Breakdown

Hue48°
Saturation70%
Lightness31%
Print Values (CMYK)
C36%
M42%
Y100%
K30%

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