Labradorite Color Psychology & Meaning
Labradorite flashes blue and violet light from a dark gray body, the color of northern lights trapped in stone. It feels magical and deep, a palette for brands that want mystery with substance.
#2E4A62
#4A6E8A
#8F6E9E
#1A2430
Background
Primary Accent
Secondary
Body Text
Labradorite Color Palette
#2E4A62 · #4A6E8A · #8F6E9E · #1A2430
Fail
WCAG Grade
1.7:1
Contrast Ratio
1,070
Saves
2,910
AI Copies
Use #2E4A62 as the background. Use #4A6E8A as the primary accent. Use #8F6E9E as secondary. Use #1A2430 as body text/supporting color. Palette mood: Labradorite — mystical, cool, iridescent.
Hex Codes, RGB & CMYK Color Values
Technical breakdown for the Labradorite 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: 6.4% | 46, 74, 98 | 53%, 24%, 0%, 62% | 208°, 36%, 28% | ||
| Primary Accent Luminance: 14.4% | 74, 110, 138 | 46%, 20%, 0%, 46% | 206°, 30%, 42% | ||
| Secondary Luminance: 19.5% | 143, 110, 158 | 9%, 30%, 0%, 38% | 281°, 20%, 53% | ||
| Body Text Luminance: 1.7% | 26, 36, 48 | 46%, 25%, 0%, 81% | 213°, 30%, 15% |
Labradorite 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 Labradorite palette — click any swatch to copy its hex.
#2E4A62 gently saturated cyan-blue
#4A6E8A gently saturated cyan-blue
#8F6E9E muted violet
#1A2430 gently saturated cyan-blue
Labradorite 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1A2430 on #8F6E9E |
Aa Sample Text
| 3.65:1 | Fail | Large headings, UI components |
| #8F6E9E on #1A2430 |
Aa Sample Text
| 3.65:1 | Fail | Large headings, UI components |
| #1A2430 on #4A6E8A |
Aa Sample Text
| 2.90:1 | Fail | Decorative use only |
| #4A6E8A on #1A2430 |
Aa Sample Text
| 2.90:1 | Fail | Decorative use only |
| #8F6E9E on #2E4A62 |
Aa Sample Text
| 2.15:1 | Fail | Decorative use only |
| #2E4A62 on #8F6E9E |
Aa Sample Text
| 2.15:1 | Fail | Decorative use only |
| #4A6E8A on #2E4A62 |
Aa Sample Text
| 1.71:1 | Fail | Decorative use only |
| #2E4A62 on #4A6E8A |
Aa Sample Text
| 1.71:1 | Fail | Decorative use only |
| #1A2430 on #2E4A62 |
Aa Sample Text
| 1.70:1 | Fail | Decorative use only |
| #2E4A62 on #1A2430 |
Aa Sample Text
| 1.70:1 | Fail | Decorative use only |
| #8F6E9E on #4A6E8A |
Aa Sample Text
| 1.26:1 | Fail | Decorative use only |
| #4A6E8A on #8F6E9E |
Aa Sample Text
| 1.26:1 | Fail | Decorative use only |
Color Harmony: Custom Scheme
The Labradorite palette is built using a custom relationship between its hues. This ensures that even with high-contrast accents, the overall scheme feels balanced and intentional.
Hue Wheel
A custom palette is often preferred by professional designers because it balances visual interest with cohesion.
History & Design Context
Labradorite was discovered on the Labrador coast of Canada in 1770 and became a sensation for its iridescent play of color. Inuit legend says the lights of the aurora were captured in the stone by a wandering spirit.
Best Design Use Cases
Use the dark blue-gray for moody brand surfaces. The mid blue carries accents, the violet flash adds intrigue to highlights, and the near-black grounds text.
Industries This Palette Suits
Jewelry, crystals, art, tech, interior design, spiritual wellness.
Colors That Pair Well With Labradorite
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.
orange
directly opposite #4A6E8A on the wheel — the strongest accent for CTAs and highlights when you need maximum energy
blue
30° beside #4A6E8A — 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 Labradorite Without Breaking Accessibility
- Avoid #4A6E8A for small UI elements on #2E4A62 — at 1.7:1 it misses the 3:1 WCAG threshold; darken it with a shade from the ramp below.
- Don't set body copy in #1A2430 on #2E4A62 — 1.7:1 fails WCAG AA; keep it for large decorative headings only.
- Let #8F6E9E carry sidebars, cards and footers — at a mid lightness it separates zones without stealing focus from #4A6E8A.
How to Implement the Labradorite Color Scheme
To use this Labradorite 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 #2E4A62 for the main background and #4A6E8A for primary buttons. This creates a high-contrast focal point.
Accessibility Note
The contrast ratio between #1A2430 and #2E4A62 is 1.70:1 (Fail). Ensure your body text remains legible.
Labradorite Palette — Frequently Asked Questions
What are the hex codes in the Labradorite color palette?
The Labradorite palette contains #2E4A62, #4A6E8A, #8F6E9E, #1A2430. 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 Labradorite color palette accessible (WCAG)?
Yes for its strongest pairings: #1A2430 on #8F6E9E reaches 3.7:1 (Fail). 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 Labradorite palette?
Beyond its own four colors, #8B674B, #565981, #ECEDEF 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 Labradorite palette create?
Labradorite reads as mystical, cool, iridescent. Gently saturated cyan-blue drives the personality, grounded by gently saturated cyan-blue — a combination that works best when the mid-tone base gets most of the canvas.
Can I use the Labradorite color palette commercially?
Yes. Individual color values can't be copyrighted, so the Labradorite 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 Labradorite 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 Labradorite's exact values, including the tint and shade ramps shown above.