North Star

Meet North Star (#CAD0D2), a color defined by its quiet confidence. This cool, muted gray-blue offers a sophisticated alternative to standard neutrals, providing a subtle yet distinct character that works as a versatile base for clean, modern digital product design.

What color is North Star?

What is the meaning of North Star?

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Using North Star color codes

North Star

#CAD0D2

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What color is North Star?

What is the meaning of North Star?

How do I use North Star (#CAD0D2) in UI design?

Using North Star color codes

North Star Code Conversions

HEX

#CAD0D2

LAB

83, -2, -2

RGB

202, 208, 210

XYZ

58.5, 62.3, 69.9

HSL

195°, 8%, 81%

LCH

83, 2, 226°

HSB

195°, 4%, 82%

LUV

83, -3, -2

CMYK

4, 1, 0, 18

CMYK

4, 1, 0, 18

HWB

195°, 79%, 18%

North Star Color Harmonies

Analogous

Analogous colors sit side-by-side on the color wheel. Using North Star as a base, these schemes produce a serene and cohesive visual effect.

#CAD2D0

#CAD0D2

#CACCD2

#CAD2D0

#CAD0D2

#CACCD2

Complementary

Pair North Star with its complementary colors—found directly opposite on the color wheel—for a combination that offers maximum contrast and visual energy.

#CAD0D2

#D2CCCA

#CAD0D2

#D2CCCA

Split Complementary

Split complementary colors provide a more nuanced contrast. For North Star, this involves pairing it with the two colors adjacent to its direct complement.

#CAD0D2

#D2CACC

#D2D0CA

#CAD0D2

#D2CACC

#D2D0CA

Triadic

A triadic combination pairs North Star with two other colors, each equidistant on the color wheel, resulting in a bold and balanced visual effect.

#CAD0D2

#D2CAD0

#D0D2CA

#CAD0D2

#D2CAD0

#D0D2CA

Tetradic

Tetradic schemes pair North Star with three other colors, forming two complementary pairs for a vibrant and well-balanced palette.

#CAD0D2

#D0CAD2

#D2CCCA

#CCD2CA

#CAD0D2

#D0CAD2

#D2CCCA

#CCD2CA

Square

Built around North Star, a square color scheme features four hues equidistant on the color wheel, offering a balanced yet highly contrasting visual effect.

#CAD0D2

#D0CAD2

#D2CCCA

#CCD2CA

#CAD0D2

#D0CAD2

#D2CCCA

#CCD2CA

North Star Contrast Simulation

Text Color

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Background Color

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13.46

Super

Small Text
Pass
Large Text
Pass
Graphic Components
Pass

Your Catchy Large Text Goes Here

A high contrast makes anything easier to read, especially small text.

Text Color

#

Background Color

#

Your Catchy Large Text Goes Here

A high contrast makes anything easier to read, especially small text.

13.46

Super

Small Text
Pass
Large Text
Pass
Graphic Components
Pass

North Star Color Variations

Shades

By adding black to North Star, you create darker shades that give your design weight.

#CAD0D2

#ADB2B4

#909596

#737778

#57595A

#3A3B3C

#1D1E1E

#000000

#CAD0D2

#ADB2B4

#909596

#737778

#57595A

#3A3B3C

#1D1E1E

#000000

Tints

Tints are lighter versions of North Star, created by mixing in white for a softer effect.

#CAD0D2

#D2D7D8

#D9DDDF

#E1E4E5

#E8EBEC

#F0F2F2

#F7F8F9

#FFFFFF

#CAD0D2

#D2D7D8

#D9DDDF

#E1E4E5

#E8EBEC

#F0F2F2

#F7F8F9

#FFFFFF

Tones

Tones of North Star are created by adding gray, resulting in softer, muted variations.

#CAD0D2

#BFC5C6

#B5B9BB

#AAAEAF

#A0A2A3

#959797

#8B8B8C

#808080

#CAD0D2

#BFC5C6

#B5B9BB

#AAAEAF

#A0A2A3

#959797

#8B8B8C

#808080

Hues

Hues are variations of North Star, creating different effects by altering its intensity and temperature.

#CAD0D2

#CACAD2

#D0CAD2

#D2CACE

#D2CCCA

#D2D2CA

#CCD2CA

#CAD2CE

#CAD0D2

#CACAD2

#D0CAD2

#D2CACE

#D2CCCA

#D2D2CA

#CCD2CA

#CAD2CE

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Never run out of
inspiration again.

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  • Coinbase

  • Wise

  • Headspace

  • Airbnb

  • Uber

  • Nike

  • Pinterest

  • ChatGPT

  • Shopify

  • Loom

  • Creme

  • Mailchimp

  • Twitch

  • Spotify

  • Apple TV

  • Shop

  • Cosmos

  • Retro

  • Notion

  • Dropbox