Seraphinite Color Psychology & Meaning
Seraphinite is a deep green stone with silvery feather patterns that look like folded wings. It feels peaceful and angelic, a color for brands that promise calm and protection.
#4A6E5C
#7E9E8A
#B8D0C0
#16241C
Background
Primary Accent
Secondary
Body Text
Seraphinite Color Palette
#4A6E5C · #7E9E8A · #B8D0C0 · #16241C
Fail
WCAG Grade
2.8:1
Contrast Ratio
780
Saves
2,050
AI Copies
Use #4A6E5C as the background. Use #7E9E8A as the primary accent. Use #B8D0C0 as secondary. Use #16241C as body text/supporting color. Palette mood: Seraphinite — serene, natural, feathery.
Hex Codes, RGB & CMYK Color Values
Technical breakdown for the Seraphinite 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: 13.4% | 74, 110, 92 | 33%, 0%, 16%, 57% | 150°, 20%, 36% | ||
| Primary Accent Luminance: 30.7% | 126, 158, 138 | 20%, 0%, 13%, 38% | 142°, 14%, 56% | ||
| Secondary Luminance: 59.1% | 184, 208, 192 | 12%, 0%, 8%, 18% | 140°, 20%, 77% | ||
| Body Text Luminance: 1.5% | 22, 36, 28 | 39%, 0%, 22%, 86% | 146°, 24%, 11% |
Seraphinite 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 Seraphinite palette — click any swatch to copy its hex.
#4A6E5C muted green
#7E9E8A muted green
#B8D0C0 muted green
#16241C muted green
Seraphinite 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| #16241C on #B8D0C0 |
Aa Sample Text
| 9.84:1 | AAA | Body text, headings, UI |
| #B8D0C0 on #16241C |
Aa Sample Text
| 9.84:1 | AAA | Body text, headings, UI |
| #16241C on #7E9E8A |
Aa Sample Text
| 5.48:1 | AA | Body text, UI |
| #7E9E8A on #16241C |
Aa Sample Text
| 5.48:1 | AA | Body text, UI |
| #B8D0C0 on #4A6E5C |
Aa Sample Text
| 3.49:1 | Fail | Large headings, UI components |
| #4A6E5C on #B8D0C0 |
Aa Sample Text
| 3.49:1 | Fail | Large headings, UI components |
| #16241C on #4A6E5C |
Aa Sample Text
| 2.82:1 | Fail | Decorative use only |
| #4A6E5C on #16241C |
Aa Sample Text
| 2.82:1 | Fail | Decorative use only |
| #7E9E8A on #4A6E5C |
Aa Sample Text
| 1.94:1 | Fail | Decorative use only |
| #4A6E5C on #7E9E8A |
Aa Sample Text
| 1.94:1 | Fail | Decorative use only |
| #B8D0C0 on #7E9E8A |
Aa Sample Text
| 1.79:1 | Fail | Decorative use only |
| #7E9E8A on #B8D0C0 |
Aa Sample Text
| 1.79:1 | Fail | Decorative use only |
Color Harmony: Analogous Scheme
The Seraphinite 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
Seraphinite was discovered in Siberia in the 1980s and named for the seraphim, the highest order of angels, because its feathery inclusions resemble wings. It is found in only one mine in the world.
Best Design Use Cases
Use seraphinite for serene, natural brand surfaces. The mid green carries accents, the pale sage covers backgrounds, and the deep forest grounds text.
Industries This Palette Suits
Wellness, crystals, eco brands, spas, healthcare.
Colors That Pair Well With Seraphinite
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.
magenta
directly opposite #7E9E8A on the wheel — the strongest accent for CTAs and highlights when you need maximum energy
teal
30° beside #7E9E8A — 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 Seraphinite Without Breaking Accessibility
- Avoid #7E9E8A for small UI elements on #4A6E5C — 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 #16241C on #4A6E5C — 2.8:1 fails WCAG AA; keep it for large decorative headings only.
- Don't use #B8D0C0 behind body text — this light tone works better for surfaces, badges and dividers than for reading areas.
How to Implement the Seraphinite Color Scheme
To use this Seraphinite 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 #4A6E5C for the main background and #7E9E8A for primary buttons. This creates a high-contrast focal point.
Accessibility Note
The contrast ratio between #16241C and #4A6E5C is 2.82:1 (Fail). Ensure your body text remains legible.
Seraphinite Palette — Frequently Asked Questions
What are the hex codes in the Seraphinite color palette?
The Seraphinite palette contains #4A6E5C, #7E9E8A, #B8D0C0, #16241C. 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 Seraphinite color palette accessible (WCAG)?
Yes for its strongest pairings: #16241C on #B8D0C0 reaches 9.8:1 (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 Seraphinite palette?
Beyond its own four colors, #9F7F93, #849A97, #ECEEED 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 Seraphinite palette create?
Seraphinite reads as serene, natural, feathery. Muted green drives the personality, grounded by muted green — a combination that works best when the mid-tone base gets most of the canvas.
Can I use the Seraphinite color palette commercially?
Yes. Individual color values can't be copyrighted, so the Seraphinite 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 Seraphinite 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 Seraphinite's exact values, including the tint and shade ramps shown above.