Color codes click any value to copy
| Swatch | Name | HEX | RGB | HSL | OKLCH |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Storm | #506C8D | rgb(80, 108, 141) | hsl(212, 28%, 43%) | oklch(52.3% 0.062 253) | |
| Slate | #826D8F | rgb(130, 109, 143) | hsl(277, 13%, 49%) | oklch(56.7% 0.057 312) | |
| Blush | #CF7D8E | rgb(207, 125, 142) | hsl(348, 46%, 65%) | oklch(68.2% 0.103 7) | |
| Apricot | #FFCEB5 | rgb(255, 206, 181) | hsl(20, 100%, 85%) | oklch(88.8% 0.065 48) |
Why it works and how to use it
Blush & Apricot Breeze is a complementary color palette tagged modern, gray, pink. 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.
It works because the lightness steps are gentle (43% to 85%), which keeps the mood consistent from edge to edge. Try it for websites, presentations and branding.
- Background: Apricot (#FFCEB5) is the lightest color, so it belongs on large surfaces.
- Text: Storm (#506C8D) on #FFCEB5 gives 3.81:1, enough for large headings only.
- Primary: Blush (#CF7D8E) is the most saturated mid-tone; use it for buttons and links with a border or a darker shade for contrast.
- Accent: Slate (#826D8F) for highlights, badges and hover states.
No pair inside the palette reaches 4.5:1, so add black or white for body text.
Preview on a real UI see how the palette feels in context
Design faster with Blush & Apricot Breeze
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
#506C8D on #FFCEB5 | Aa | 3.81:1 | AA large only |
#826D8F on #FFCEB5 | Aa | 3.25:1 | AA large only |
#CF7D8E on #FFCEB5 | Aa | 2.11:1 | Fail |
#506C8D on #CF7D8E | Aa | 1.8:1 | Fail |
#826D8F on #CF7D8E | Aa | 1.54:1 | Fail |
#506C8D on #826D8F | Aa | 1.17:1 | Fail |