Whirlpool Galaxy Color Palette
#1E1E3A · #8EC8E8 · #E8D8A8 · #0E0E1E
Use #1E1E3A as the background. Use #8EC8E8 as the primary accent. Use #E8D8A8 as secondary. Use #0E0E1E as body text/supporting color. Palette mood: Whirlpool Galaxy — whirlpool, arms, spiral.
Hex Codes, RGB & CMYK Color Values
Technical breakdown for the Whirlpool Galaxy 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: 1.5% | 30, 30, 58 | 48%, 48%, 0%, 77% | 240°, 32%, 17% | ||
| Primary Accent Luminance: 52.9% | 142, 200, 232 | 39%, 14%, 0%, 9% | 201°, 66%, 73% | ||
| Secondary Luminance: 69.1% | 232, 216, 168 | 0%, 7%, 28%, 9% | 45°, 58%, 78% | ||
| Body Text Luminance: 0.5% | 14, 14, 30 | 53%, 53%, 0%, 88% | 240°, 36%, 9% |
Whirlpool Galaxy 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 Whirlpool Galaxy palette — click any swatch to copy its hex.
Whirlpool Galaxy 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| #0E0E1E on #E8D8A8 |
Aa Sample Text
| 13.47:1 | AAA | Body text, headings, UI |
| #E8D8A8 on #0E0E1E |
Aa Sample Text
| 13.47:1 | AAA | Body text, headings, UI |
| #E8D8A8 on #1E1E3A |
Aa Sample Text
| 11.38:1 | AAA | Body text, headings, UI |
| #1E1E3A on #E8D8A8 |
Aa Sample Text
| 11.38:1 | AAA | Body text, headings, UI |
| #0E0E1E on #8EC8E8 |
Aa Sample Text
| 10.52:1 | AAA | Body text, headings, UI |
| #8EC8E8 on #0E0E1E |
Aa Sample Text
| 10.52:1 | AAA | Body text, headings, UI |
| #8EC8E8 on #1E1E3A |
Aa Sample Text
| 8.89:1 | AAA | Body text, headings, UI |
| #1E1E3A on #8EC8E8 |
Aa Sample Text
| 8.89:1 | AAA | Body text, headings, UI |
| #E8D8A8 on #8EC8E8 |
Aa Sample Text
| 1.28:1 | Fail | Decorative use only |
| #8EC8E8 on #E8D8A8 |
Aa Sample Text
| 1.28:1 | Fail | Decorative use only |
| #0E0E1E on #1E1E3A |
Aa Sample Text
| 1.18:1 | Fail | Decorative use only |
| #1E1E3A on #0E0E1E |
Aa Sample Text
| 1.18:1 | Fail | Decorative use only |
Color Harmony: Split-Complementary Scheme
The Whirlpool Galaxy palette is built using a split-complementary relationship between its hues. This ensures that even with high-contrast accents, the overall scheme feels balanced and intentional.
A split-complementary palette is often preferred by professional designers because it balances visual interest with cohesion.
History & Design Context
Best Design Use Cases
Industries This Palette Suits
Colors That Pair Well With Whirlpool Galaxy
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.
directly opposite #8EC8E8 on the wheel — the strongest accent for CTAs and highlights when you need maximum energy
30° beside #8EC8E8 — a calm secondary that extends the palette without adding tension
a paper-white carrying the palette's own hue — perfect for surfaces and dividers
Using Whirlpool Galaxy Without Breaking Accessibility
- Use #8EC8E8 for buttons and links — it scores 8.9:1 against the #1E1E3A background (above the 3:1 UI-components threshold).
- Don't set body copy in #0E0E1E on #1E1E3A — 1.2:1 fails WCAG AA; keep it for large decorative headings only.
- Don't use #E8D8A8 behind body text — this light tone works better for surfaces, badges and dividers than for reading areas.
How to Implement the Whirlpool Galaxy Color Scheme
To use this Whirlpool Galaxy 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 #1E1E3A for the main background and #8EC8E8 for primary buttons. This creates a high-contrast focal point.
Accessibility Note
The contrast ratio between #0E0E1E and #1E1E3A is 1.18:1 (Fail). Ensure your body text remains legible.
Whirlpool Galaxy Palette — Frequently Asked Questions
What are the hex codes in the Whirlpool Galaxy color palette?
The Whirlpool Galaxy palette contains #1E1E3A, #8EC8E8, #E8D8A8, #0E0E1E. 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 Whirlpool Galaxy color palette accessible (WCAG)?
Yes for its strongest pairings: #0E0E1E on #E8D8A8 reaches 13.5:1 (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 Whirlpool Galaxy palette?
Beyond its own four colors, #E5A380, #949FE1, #ECECEF 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 Whirlpool Galaxy palette create?
Whirlpool Galaxy reads as whirlpool, arms, spiral. Saturated cyan-blue drives the personality, grounded by gently saturated blue — a combination that works best when the deep base gets most of the canvas.
Can I use the Whirlpool Galaxy color palette commercially?
Yes. Individual color values can't be copyrighted, so the Whirlpool Galaxy 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 Whirlpool Galaxy 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 Whirlpool Galaxy's exact values, including the tint and shade ramps shown above.