Imperial Jasper Color Psychology & Meaning
Imperial jasper is a vivid red and pink stone with dramatic veining, found only in one deposit in Mexico. It feels opulent and commanding, a red with the confidence of a royal court.
#B83A4A
#D87A82
#F0BEC0
#3A0E14
Background
Primary Accent
Secondary
Body Text
Imperial Jasper Color Palette
#B83A4A · #D87A82 · #F0BEC0 · #3A0E14
Fail
WCAG Grade
3.0:1
Contrast Ratio
910
Saves
2,450
AI Copies
Use #B83A4A as the background. Use #D87A82 as the primary accent. Use #F0BEC0 as secondary. Use #3A0E14 as body text/supporting color. Palette mood: Imperial Jasper — bold, warm, regal.
Hex Codes, RGB & CMYK Color Values
Technical breakdown for the Imperial Jasper color scheme. Use these values for web design (HEX/RGB), print projects (CMYK), or specialized design software (HSL).
| Swatch | Design Role | HEX | RGB | CMYK | HSL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Background Luminance: 13.7% | 184, 58, 74 | 0%, 68%, 60%, 28% | 352°, 52%, 47% | ||
| Primary Accent Luminance: 30.1% | 216, 122, 130 | 0%, 44%, 40%, 15% | 355°, 55%, 66% | ||
| Secondary Luminance: 59.2% | 240, 190, 192 | 0%, 21%, 20%, 6% | 358°, 62%, 84% | ||
| Body Text Luminance: 1.3% | 58, 14, 20 | 0%, 76%, 66%, 77% | 352°, 61%, 14% |
Imperial Jasper Tints & Shades
Hover states, borders and elevation need lighter and darker steps of your base colors. Here are computed tints and shades for every color in the Imperial Jasper palette — click any swatch to copy its hex.
#B83A4A gently saturated rose-red
#D87A82 gently saturated rose-red
#F0BEC0 gently saturated rose-red
#3A0E14 gently saturated rose-red
Imperial Jasper Palette Contrast Matrix (WCAG 2.1)
Every color tested as text on every other color as background. Body copy needs 4.5:1 (AA), large text and UI components 3:1. AAA requires 7:1.
| Text on Background | Preview | Ratio | Grade | Safe For |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| #3A0E14 on #F0BEC0 |
Aa Sample Text
| 10.24:1 | AAA | Body text, headings, UI |
| #F0BEC0 on #3A0E14 |
Aa Sample Text
| 10.24:1 | AAA | Body text, headings, UI |
| #3A0E14 on #D87A82 |
Aa Sample Text
| 5.61:1 | AA | Body text, UI |
| #D87A82 on #3A0E14 |
Aa Sample Text
| 5.61:1 | AA | Body text, UI |
| #F0BEC0 on #B83A4A |
Aa Sample Text
| 3.43:1 | Fail | Large headings, UI components |
| #B83A4A on #F0BEC0 |
Aa Sample Text
| 3.43:1 | Fail | Large headings, UI components |
| #3A0E14 on #B83A4A |
Aa Sample Text
| 2.99:1 | Fail | Decorative use only |
| #B83A4A on #3A0E14 |
Aa Sample Text
| 2.99:1 | Fail | Decorative use only |
| #D87A82 on #B83A4A |
Aa Sample Text
| 1.88:1 | Fail | Decorative use only |
| #B83A4A on #D87A82 |
Aa Sample Text
| 1.88:1 | Fail | Decorative use only |
| #F0BEC0 on #D87A82 |
Aa Sample Text
| 1.83:1 | Fail | Decorative use only |
| #D87A82 on #F0BEC0 |
Aa Sample Text
| 1.83:1 | Fail | Decorative use only |
Color Harmony: Analogous Scheme
The Imperial Jasper palette is built using a analogous relationship between its hues. This ensures that even with high-contrast accents, the overall scheme feels balanced and intentional.
Hue Wheel
A analogous palette is often preferred by professional designers because it creates a calm, serene atmosphere by using neighboring colors.
History & Design Context
Imperial jasper was discovered in Mexico in the 1970s and named for its striking, crown-worthy appearance. The deposit is nearly exhausted, making the stone increasingly rare and collectible.
Best Design Use Cases
Use imperial jasper for bold, regal brand surfaces. The mid red-pink drives accents, the pale rose softens sections, and the deep wine grounds text.
Industries This Palette Suits
Jewelry, luxury brands, fashion, art, interior design.
Colors That Pair Well With Imperial Jasper
Need a fifth color? These three companions are computed from the palette's own hue positions on the color wheel, so they extend the scheme without breaking its harmony.
teal
directly opposite #D87A82 on the wheel — the strongest accent for CTAs and highlights when you need maximum energy
orange
30° beside #D87A82 — a calm secondary that extends the palette without adding tension
tinted neutral
a paper-white carrying the palette's own hue — perfect for surfaces and dividers
Using Imperial Jasper Without Breaking Accessibility
- Avoid #D87A82 for small UI elements on #B83A4A — at 1.9:1 it misses the 3:1 WCAG threshold; darken it with a shade from the ramp below.
- Don't set body copy in #3A0E14 on #B83A4A — 3.0:1 fails WCAG AA; keep it for large decorative headings only.
- Don't use #F0BEC0 behind body text — this light tone works better for surfaces, badges and dividers than for reading areas.
How to Implement the Imperial Jasper Color Scheme
To use this Imperial Jasper color palette in your web project, you can copy the following CSS variables or Tailwind CSS configuration. These roles ensure your UI maintains accessibility and visual hierarchy.
Option 1: CSS Variables
:root {
/* {name} Palette - ihatecolors.com */{'
'} --color-bg: {colors[0]};{'
'} --color-primary: {colors[1]};{'
'} --color-secondary: {colors[2]};{'
'} --color-text: {colors[3]};{'
'} {'}'}Web Design Tip
Use #B83A4A for the main background and #D87A82 for primary buttons. This creates a high-contrast focal point.
Accessibility Note
The contrast ratio between #3A0E14 and #B83A4A is 2.99:1 (Fail). Ensure your body text remains legible.
Imperial Jasper Palette — Frequently Asked Questions
What are the hex codes in the Imperial Jasper color palette?
The Imperial Jasper palette contains #B83A4A, #D87A82, #F0BEC0, #3A0E14. Click any swatch on this page to copy its value, or export all four at once as CSS variables, Tailwind config, SCSS or a Figma-ready list.
Is the Imperial Jasper color palette accessible (WCAG)?
Yes for its strongest pairings: #3A0E14 on #F0BEC0 reaches 10.2:1 (AAA). For body text always keep a 4.5:1 ratio and for large UI elements 3:1 — the full contrast matrix above shows the exact score for every color-on-color combination in this palette.
What colors go well with the Imperial Jasper palette?
Beyond its own four colors, #79D8D0, #CFA281, #EFEBEB extend it naturally: the complementary hue for high-energy accents, an analogous neighbor for calm transitions, and a tinted neutral for surfaces. All three are computed from this palette's hues on the color wheel.
What mood does the Imperial Jasper palette create?
Imperial Jasper reads as bold, warm, regal. Gently saturated rose-red drives the personality, grounded by gently saturated rose-red — a combination that works best when the mid-tone base gets most of the canvas.
Can I use the Imperial Jasper color palette commercially?
Yes. Individual color values can't be copyrighted, so the Imperial Jasper palette is free for personal, client and commercial work — websites, branding, apps, print and social content, with no attribution required.
How do I add the Imperial Jasper palette to Tailwind or CSS?
Use the export panel on this page: CSS variables, a Tailwind config block, SCSS variables, or a Figma copy list are generated from Imperial Jasper's exact values, including the tint and shade ramps shown above.