Regal Orchid & Melon is a vivid complementary color palette tagged modern, purple. Near-complementary hues (about 170° 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.
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| Swatch | Name | HEX | RGB | HSL | OKLCH |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prussian Blue | #00365B | rgb(0, 54, 91) | hsl(204, 100%, 18%) | oklch(32.3% 0.083 246) | |
| Orchid | #BE73BB | rgb(190, 115, 187) | hsl(302, 37%, 60%) | oklch(66.1% 0.133 328) | |
| Melon | #FFA7B9 | rgb(255, 167, 185) | hsl(348, 100%, 83%) | oklch(82.0% 0.106 6) | |
| Petal | #FFE1D8 | rgb(255, 225, 216) | hsl(14, 100%, 92%) | oklch(93.2% 0.035 37) |
Why it works and how to use it
With 4 chromatic colors, Melon takes the lead while the rest support. Lightness runs from 18% to 92%. Well suited to websites, presentations and branding.
- Background: Petal (#FFE1D8) is the lightest color, so it belongs on large surfaces.
- Text: Prussian Blue (#00365B) on #FFE1D8 gives 10.13:1, passing WCAG AAA.
- Primary: Melon (#FFA7B9) is the most saturated mid-tone; use it for buttons and links with a border or a darker shade for contrast.
- Accent: Orchid (#BE73BB) for highlights, badges and hover states.
2 of 6 color pairs pass WCAG AA (4.5:1); the strongest is Prussian Blue on Petal at 10.13:1.
Preview on a real UI see how the palette feels in context
Design faster with Regal Orchid & Melon
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.
Contrast check WCAG ratios between palette colors
| Pair | Sample | Ratio | Level |
|---|---|---|---|
#00365B on #FFE1D8 | Aa | 10.13:1 | AAA |
#00365B on #FFA7B9 | Aa | 6.84:1 | AA |
#00365B on #BE73BB | Aa | 3.79:1 | AA large only |
#BE73BB on #FFE1D8 | Aa | 2.68:1 | Fail |
#BE73BB on #FFA7B9 | Aa | 1.81:1 | Fail |
#FFA7B9 on #FFE1D8 | Aa | 1.48:1 | Fail |