English Lavender
HEX: #B48395 | Modern Palette
Color Specifications
#B48395
180, 131, 149
337°, 27% ,70%
0, 27.22, 17.22, 29.41
About English Lavender
English Lavender (#B48395) is a color with RGB(180, 131, 149) and HSL(337.96°, 27.22%, 70.59%). In design, it fits Pastel, Warm styles and is suitable for Text, Border, Print. Its complementary color is #83B4A2, which creates strong contrast. Its triadic palette includes #95B483 and #8395B4. The name comes from English Lavender (English).
- HEX: #B48395
- RGB: 180, 131, 149
- HSL: 337.96°, 27.22%, 70.59%
- Style: Pastel, Warm
- Use case: Text, Border, Print
- Complementary color: #83B4A2
- Triadic colors: #95B483, #8395B4
- The name comes from English Lavender (English).
Live Components
Color Palettes
Color Harmonies
Complementary
The color directly opposite on the color wheel — creates maximum contrast and vibrance.
Analogous
Colors adjacent on the wheel — naturally harmonious and pleasing to the eye.
Triadic
Three colors equally spaced 120° apart — bold, balanced, and visually rich.
Split-Complementary
Two colors flanking the complement — high contrast with less tension than full complementary.
Tetradic (Square)
Four colors at 90° intervals — rich variety, best when one color dominates.
Monochromatic
Shades and tints of the same hue — cohesive, elegant, and easy to work with.
Shades & Tints
A seamless scale of #B48395 from deepest shade to lightest tint.
Frequently Asked Questions
Name, History & Etymology
History
Lavender was brought to England by the Romans, but its widespread cultivation for medicinal and aromatic purposes began in earnest during the Tudor period. 'English Lavender' specifically refers to Lavandula angustifolia, which thrives in the English climate and became a staple in gardens, apothecaries, and perfumeries. It was particularly popularized during the Elizabethan era for its use in strewing herbs, potpourri, and as a fragrant addition to laundry. The term 'English Lavender' distinguishes this hardy, true lavender from other species like French Lavender (Lavandula stoechas) or Spike Lavender (Lavandula latifolia).
First Recorded Use
The cultivation of lavender in England dates back to at least the 16th century, with 'English Lavender' becoming a common descriptor for the species Lavandula angustifolia as it became naturalized and widely grown there.
Cultural Associations
English Lavender is deeply embedded in British culture, symbolizing purity, devotion, and tranquility. It's a quintessential cottage garden plant and is widely used in aromatherapy, cosmetics, and culinary applications (e.g., lavender shortbread). Its scent is often associated with cleanliness and relaxation. Large lavender fields, particularly in areas like Surrey and Kent, have become popular tourist attractions. The color #b48395, while a lovely shade, is a more muted, dusty rose-purple than the vibrant, often deeper purple typically associated with fresh English Lavender flowers.
Code Snippets
/* Background */
.element {
background-color: #B48395;
}
/* Text */
.element {
color: #B48395;
}
/* Border */
.element {
border: 1px solid #B48395;
}/* Linear gradient to complementary */
.element {
background: linear-gradient(
to right,
#B48395,
#A0C8B9
);
}
/* Radial gradient */
.element {
background: radial-gradient(
circle,
#B48395,
#A0C8B9
);
}// SCSS variable
$english-lavender: #B48395;
// With RGB channels (useful for rgba() usage)
$english-lavender-r: 180;
$english-lavender-g: 131;
$english-lavender-b: 149;
// Usage
.element {
background-color: $english-lavender;
color: rgba($english-lavender-r, $english-lavender-g, $english-lavender-b, 0.8);
}