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Denim

Hex Code #157AAC

Color Analysis Summary

Color #157AAC, historically referred to as Denim, is a beautifully balanced color tone. Mathematically, in the RGB (Red, Green, Blue) spectrum, this color is formulated by mixing 8% red, 48% green, and 67% blue. These digital components translate to exact numerical values of Red: 21, Green: 122, and Blue: 172. In terms of web formatting, this exact tone is declared in stylesheets using the hex code #157AAC. For designers working with cylindrical coordinates, its HSL values are mapped to a hue angle of 200°, a saturation of 78%, and a lightness index of 38%. In the HSV (Hue, Saturation, Value) model, it retains a brightness value of 67%. Because of its specific lightness, this tone offers distinct visual contrast properties. Incorporating #157AAC into your UI layout is highly recommended for building visual hierarchy, either as a primary brand marker or a subtle secondary accent. When paired with its programmatic complement or analogous siblings, it creates a highly professional and accessible color scheme.

Color Code Formats

RGB (Red, Green, Blue)21, 122, 172
HSL (Hue, Sat, Lightness)200°, 78%, 38%
HSV (Hue, Sat, Value)200°, 88%, 67%
CSS Valuergb(21, 122, 172)

WCAG 2.1 Contrast & Accessibility Check

On White Background4.76:1
AA Normal Text (4.5:1)PASS
AA Large Text (3.0:1)PASS
AAA Normal Text (7.0:1)FAIL
AAA Large Text (4.5:1)PASS
On Black Background4.41:1
AA Normal Text (4.5:1)FAIL
AA Large Text (3.0:1)PASS
AAA Normal Text (7.0:1)FAIL
AAA Large Text (4.5:1)FAIL

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