Ruby & Thistle Whisper is a monochromatic color palette tagged modern, neon, warm. A monochromatic set: the same hue family from Obsidian down to Ice. Saturation is moderate, which keeps it flexible for both interfaces and print. The overall temperature is warm.
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Why it works and how to use it
The palette holds together thanks to its monochromatic hue relationship and a strong light-to-dark ladder (90% down to 4% lightness). A natural fit for websites, presentations and branding.
- Background: Ice (#E5E5E5) is the lightest color, so it belongs on large surfaces.
- Text: Obsidian (#0B0B0B) on #E5E5E5 gives 15.62:1, passing WCAG AAA.
- Primary: Ruby (#E10072) is the most saturated mid-tone; use it for buttons and links (3.75:1 against the background, fine for UI elements).
- Accent: Thistle (#E4BCCE) for highlights, badges and hover states.
2 of 6 color pairs pass WCAG AA (4.5:1); the strongest is Ice on Obsidian at 15.62:1.
Preview on a real UI see how the palette feels in context
Design faster with Ruby & Thistle Whisper
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
#E5E5E5 on #0B0B0B | Aa | 15.62:1 | AAA |
#E4BCCE on #0B0B0B | Aa | 11.61:1 | AAA |
#E10072 on #0B0B0B | Aa | 4.17:1 | AA large only |
#E5E5E5 on #E10072 | Aa | 3.75:1 | AA large only |
#E4BCCE on #E10072 | Aa | 2.79:1 | Fail |
#E5E5E5 on #E4BCCE | Aa | 1.35:1 | Fail |