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大理石灰

#C4CBCF
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Water Element
Winter · North · Wisdom & Depth
Secondary Color (间色)

Cultural Resonance

A traditional Chinese color with historical roots. Modern nomenclature.

A secondary color derived from blending primary colors, commonly seen in folk clothing and daily life.

Five Elements

Element
Water
Season
Autumn
Direction
West
Symbolism
Solemnity & Restraint
Color Class
Secondary Color (间色)
Category
Blue

Technical Specs

HEX#C4CBCF
RGB196, 203, 207
HSL202°, 10%, 79%
CMYK29%, 16%, 17%, 1%

Visual Analysis

A light and airy blue tone (H:202° S:10% L:79%) that is subtly saturated, understated. It carries a texture reminiscent of polished stone, offering a distinctive presence in any palette.

Color Harmonies

Complementary
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Triadic
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#CFC4CB
#CBCFC4
Analogous
#C4CFCD
#C4CBCF
#C4C6CF
Split-Complementary
#C4CBCF
#CFC4C6
#CFCDC4
Tint & Shade
#829CAB
#C4CBCF
#F2F2F2

Design Applications

Brand & Identity

"大理石灰" is particularly suited for technology, finance, and maritime brands. Its specific tonal character (H:202° S:10%) creates a distinctive brand identity that stands apart from generic color choices.

Interior & Spatial

In spatial design, this specific shade excels in modern offices, reading nooks, and coastal interiors. Its bright, 79% lightness makes it perfect for large surface areas — page backgrounds, modal overlays, and light-themed layouts.

Digital & UI

In digital interfaces, consider using "大理石灰" for navigation bars, links, and trust-building elements. Its bright, 79% lightness makes it perfect for large surface areas — page backgrounds, modal overlays, and light-themed layouts.

Accessibility — WCAG Contrast

White Text Sample
The quick brown fox jumps.
1.64:1
AA AAA
Black Text Sample
The quick brown fox jumps.
12.79:1
AA AAA

WCAG 2.1 requires ≥4.5:1 for AA and ≥7:1 for AAA. Best text color: black (#000).

Color Psychology

Color Temperature

Cool-toned (hue 202°), evokes calm and focus. Cool colors recede, creating depth.

Visual Weight

At 79% lightness, feels lightweight and expansive — reduces perceived element weight by ~20%.

Saturation Impact

Low saturation (10%) reduces cognitive load — associated with professionalism in design research.

Color Breakdown

Hue202°
Saturation10%
Lightness79%
Print Values (CMYK)
C29%
M16%
Y17%
K1%

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