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| Swatch | Name | HEX | RGB | HSL | OKLCH |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Espresso | #4A1F14 | rgb(74, 31, 20) | hsl(12, 57%, 18%) | oklch(29.9% 0.069 35) | |
| Lapis | #005D91 | rgb(0, 93, 145) | hsl(202, 100%, 28%) | oklch(46.0% 0.112 243) | |
| Hazelnut | #C9856A | rgb(201, 133, 106) | hsl(17, 47%, 60%) | oklch(68.0% 0.093 42) | |
| Eggshell | #F3E6DD | rgb(243, 230, 221) | hsl(25, 48%, 91%) | oklch(93.3% 0.019 57) |
Why it works and how to use it
Lapis & Hazelnut Dream is a vivid complementary color palette tagged dark, blue. Near-complementary hues (about 177° apart) make this a high-contrast, attention-grabbing combination. Saturation runs high, so use the brightest color sparingly and let the others carry the surface area. Warm and cool hues are mixed, which adds depth.
With 4 chromatic colors, Lapis takes the lead while the rest support. Lightness runs from 18% to 91%. Well suited to websites, presentations and branding.
- Background: Eggshell (#F3E6DD) is the lightest color, so it belongs on large surfaces.
- Text: Espresso (#4A1F14) on #F3E6DD gives 11.47:1, passing WCAG AAA.
- Primary: Lapis (#005D91) is the most saturated mid-tone; use it for buttons and links (5.77:1 against the background, fine for UI elements).
- Accent: Hazelnut (#C9856A) for highlights, badges and hover states.
3 of 6 color pairs pass WCAG AA (4.5:1); the strongest is Espresso on Eggshell at 11.47:1.
Preview on a real UI see how the palette feels in context
Design faster with Lapis & Hazelnut Dream
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
#4A1F14 on #F3E6DD | Aa | 11.47:1 | AAA |
#005D91 on #F3E6DD | Aa | 5.77:1 | AA |
#4A1F14 on #C9856A | Aa | 4.71:1 | AA |
#C9856A on #F3E6DD | Aa | 2.44:1 | Fail |
#005D91 on #C9856A | Aa | 2.37:1 | Fail |
#4A1F14 on #005D91 | Aa | 1.99:1 | Fail |