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Thistle Color Code: HEX Code & RGB Code Values ​

Looking for specific thistle color code? Get exact thistle hex code #D8BFD8 and thistle RGB code rgb(216,191,216). Complete color information for design and development projects featuring this soft, subtle purple color.

Visual example of thistle color with its soft, subtle appearance
HEX#D8BFD8
RGBrgb(216,191,216)

Shades of Thistle ​

Create custom shades of thistle with our color generator. Adjust hues, tints, and tones to find the perfect shade of thistle for your project.

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Shades (Adding Black)

  • D8BFD8
    rgb(216, 191, 216)
  • B09CB0
    rgb(176, 156, 176)
  • 8A7B8A
    rgb(138, 123, 138)
  • 665B66
    rgb(102, 91, 102)
  • 443D44
    rgb(68, 61, 68)
  • 242124
    rgb(36, 33, 36)
  • 000000
    rgb(0, 0, 0)

Tints (Adding White)

  • D8BFD8
    rgb(216, 191, 216)
  • DFC9DE
    rgb(223, 201, 222)
  • E5D4E5
    rgb(229, 212, 229)
  • ECDFEB
    rgb(236, 223, 235)
  • F2E9F2
    rgb(242, 233, 242)
  • F9F4F8
    rgb(249, 244, 248)
  • FFFFFF
    rgb(255, 255, 255)

Tones (Adding Gray)

  • D8BFD8
    rgb(216, 191, 216)
  • D6C0D6
    rgb(214, 192, 214)
  • D3C1D3
    rgb(211, 193, 211)
  • D1C2D0
    rgb(209, 194, 208)
  • CDC4CD
    rgb(205, 196, 205)
  • CAC5CA
    rgb(202, 197, 202)
  • 808080
    rgb(128, 128, 128)

Thistle Palette ​

Explore curated and automatically generated color palettes featuring thistle. See how it harmonizes with other colors for UI themes, graphics, and branding materials.

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Sequential

Single hue gradient for data visualization

7 colors
Lightest
#F5EFF5
Light
#ECDFEC
Medium Light
#E2CFE2
Medium
#D8BFD8
Medium Dark
#B898B8
Dark
#997399
Darkest
#7B4F7B

Diverging

Dual hue gradient with a neutral midpoint

9 colors
Base End
#D8BFD8
Left Dark
#DFCCDF
Left Medium
#E7DAE6
Left Light
#EEE7EE
Neutral
#F5F5F5
Right Light
#E7EEE7
Right Medium
#DAE7DA
Right Dark
#CCDFCC
Complementary End
#BFD8BF

Monochromatic

Same hue, different brightness/saturation

5 colors
Lightest
#FFFFFF
Light
#ECDFEB
Medium
#D8BFD8
Dark
#6D576E
Darkest
#000000

Analogous

Colors adjacent on the color wheel (30° apart)

5 colors
Left Adjacent 2
#BFBFD8
Left Adjacent 1
#CCBFD8
Main
#D8BFD8
Right Adjacent 1
#D8BFCC
Right Adjacent 2
#D8BFBF

Complementary

Colors opposite on the color wheel (180° apart)

2 colors
Main
#D8BFD8
Complementary
#BFD8BF

Triadic

Evenly spaced around the color wheel (120° apart)

3 colors
Main
#D8BFD8
Secondary
#D8D8BF
Tertiary
#BFD8D8

Square

Four colors evenly spaced (90° apart)

4 colors
Main
#D8BFD8
Right 90°
#D8CCBF
Complementary
#BFD8BF
Left 90°
#BFCCD8

Tetradic

Two pairs of complementary colors

4 colors
Main
#D8BFD8
Secondary
#D8BFBF
Complementary
#BFD8BF
Complementary Secondary
#BFD8D8

Split Complementary

Complementary colors ±30°

3 colors
Main
#D8BFD8
Split Left
#CCD8BF
Split Right
#BFD8CC

Cyclic

Circular gradient for periodic data

8 colors
0°
#D8BFD8
45°
#D8BFC5
90°
#D8CCBF
135°
#D2D8BF
180°
#BFD8BF
225°
#BFD8D2
270°
#BFCCD8
315°
#C5BFD8

Pastel

Soft, desaturated colors for modern UI

6 colors
Light Pastel
#BAABBA
Pastel 1
#C3B6C3
Pastel 2
#CDC1CD
Pastel 3
#D6CDD6
Pastel 4
#DFD8DF
Deep Pastel
#E8E3E8

Common Purple Color Codes (HEX & RGB) ​

Purple →
HEX:#800080
RGB:rgb(128, 0, 128)
Light Purple →
HEX:#800080
RGB:rgb(128, 0, 128)
Dark Purple →
HEX:#800080
RGB:rgb(128, 0, 128)
Royal Purple →
HEX:#800080
RGB:rgb(128, 0, 128)
Violet →
HEX:#9400D3
RGB:rgb(148, 0, 211)
Lavender →
HEX:#E6E6FA
RGB:rgb(230, 230, 250)
Magenta →
HEX:#FF00FF
RGB:rgb(255, 0, 255)
Lilac →
HEX:#C8A2C8
RGB:rgb(200,162,200)

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Thistle Color Code Converter ​

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All Formats:

  • HEX:
    #D8BFD8
  • RGB:
    rgb(216, 191, 216)
  • CMYK:
    cmyk(0%, 12%, 0%, 15%)
  • HSV:
    hsv(300°, 12%, 85%)
  • HSL:
    hsl(300°, 24%, 80%)

What is Thistle? ​

Thistle is a soft, subtle purple color named after the thistle flower. It's a gentle, muted shade that evokes feelings of delicacy and nature. This color is often associated with Scotland (where the thistle is the national flower), spring, and wildflowers.

The hex code for thistle is #D8BFD8, with RGB values of rgb(216, 191, 216). It's a soft, versatile color that adds subtlety to any design.

Design Applications ​

Thistle works well in nature designs, wedding themes, and gentle aesthetics. It pairs beautifully with white, cream, and soft green. Use it for floral designs, spring themes, or to create a delicate, natural atmosphere in your projects.

FAQ ​

What is the thistle hex code? ​

The thistle hex code is #D8BFD8.

What colors go well with thistle? ​

Thistle pairs well with white, cream, soft green, and light grey.

Is thistle named after the flower? ​

Yes, it's named after the purple thistle flower, Scotland's national emblem.