Color codes click any value to copy
| Swatch | Name | HEX | RGB | HSL | OKLCH |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amethyst | #A26ACD | rgb(162, 106, 205) | hsl(274, 50%, 61%) | oklch(62.4% 0.154 309) | |
| Mulberry | #CB5A8F | rgb(203, 90, 143) | hsl(332, 52%, 57%) | oklch(62.4% 0.154 353) | |
| Slate Blue | #6F5FCC | rgb(111, 95, 204) | hsl(249, 52%, 59%) | oklch(55.6% 0.163 287) | |
| Purple | #763070 | rgb(118, 48, 112) | hsl(305, 42%, 33%) | oklch(43.1% 0.129 331) |
Why it works and how to use it
Nordic Slate Blue & Mulberry is a split color palette tagged vibrant, purple. A split scheme: Amethyst plays against Purple across roughly 83° of hue. 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 (33% to 61%), which keeps the mood consistent from edge to edge. Try it for websites, presentations and branding.
- Background: Amethyst (#A26ACD) is the lightest color, so it belongs on large surfaces.
- Text: Purple (#763070) on #A26ACD gives 2.26:1, so pair it with a darker neutral for body copy.
- Primary: Mulberry (#CB5A8F) is the most saturated mid-tone; use it for buttons and links with a border or a darker shade for contrast.
- Accent: Slate Blue (#6F5FCC) 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 Nordic Slate Blue & Mulberry
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: under protanopia, Amethyst and Slate Blue become hard to tell apart, so do not rely on that pair alone to carry meaning.
Palette card

Contrast check WCAG ratios between palette colors
| Pair | Sample | Ratio | Level |
|---|---|---|---|
#A26ACD on #763070 | Aa | 2.26:1 | Fail |
#CB5A8F on #763070 | Aa | 2.22:1 | Fail |
#6F5FCC on #763070 | Aa | 1.72:1 | Fail |
#A26ACD on #6F5FCC | Aa | 1.31:1 | Fail |
#CB5A8F on #6F5FCC | Aa | 1.29:1 | Fail |
#A26ACD on #CB5A8F | Aa | 1.02:1 | Fail |