Color codes click any value to copy
| Swatch | Name | HEX | RGB | HSL | OKLCH |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ink | #0E1427 | rgb(14, 20, 39) | hsl(226, 47%, 10%) | oklch(19.6% 0.039 269) | |
| Dove Gray | #676E78 | rgb(103, 110, 120) | hsl(215, 8%, 44%) | oklch(53.6% 0.018 257) | |
| Mustard | #C5BE00 | rgb(197, 190, 0) | hsl(58, 100%, 39%) | oklch(78.2% 0.168 107) | |
| Ice | #E6E7E9 | rgb(230, 231, 233) | hsl(220, 6%, 91%) | oklch(92.8% 0.003 265) |
Why it works and how to use it
Astro Mustard & Ink is a complementary color palette tagged space, minimal, black. Near-complementary hues (about 168° apart) make this a high-contrast, attention-grabbing combination. Saturation is moderate, which keeps it flexible for both interfaces and print. Warm and cool hues are mixed, which adds depth.
The palette holds together thanks to its complementary hue relationship and a strong light-to-dark ladder (91% down to 10% lightness). A natural fit for websites, presentations and branding.
- Background: Ice (#E6E7E9) is the lightest color, so it belongs on large surfaces.
- Text: Ink (#0E1427) on #E6E7E9 gives 14.78:1, passing WCAG AAA.
- Primary: Mustard (#C5BE00) is the most saturated mid-tone; use it for buttons and links with a border or a darker shade for contrast.
- Accent: Dove Gray (#676E78) for highlights, badges and hover states.
2 of 6 color pairs pass WCAG AA (4.5:1); the strongest is Ink on Ice at 14.78:1.
Preview on a real UI see how the palette feels in context
Design faster with Astro Mustard & Ink
A palette preview that turns four colors into a page, so you can judge hierarchy, contrast and mood before you commit.
Primary action SecondaryColor blindness simulation
Color-blind check: all four colors stay distinguishable under protanopia, deuteranopia and tritanopia.
Palette card

Contrast check WCAG ratios between palette colors
| Pair | Sample | Ratio | Level |
|---|---|---|---|
#0E1427 on #E6E7E9 | Aa | 14.78:1 | AAA |
#0E1427 on #C5BE00 | Aa | 9.35:1 | AAA |
#676E78 on #E6E7E9 | Aa | 4.16:1 | AA large only |
#0E1427 on #676E78 | Aa | 3.55:1 | AA large only |
#676E78 on #C5BE00 | Aa | 2.63:1 | Fail |
#C5BE00 on #E6E7E9 | Aa | 1.58:1 | Fail |