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Denim

Hex Code #186ADC

Color Analysis Summary

Color #186ADC, 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 9% red, 42% green, and 86% blue. These digital components translate to exact numerical values of Red: 24, Green: 106, and Blue: 220. In terms of web formatting, this exact tone is declared in stylesheets using the hex code #186ADC. For designers working with cylindrical coordinates, its HSL values are mapped to a hue angle of 215°, a saturation of 80%, and a lightness index of 48%. In the HSV (Hue, Saturation, Value) model, it retains a brightness value of 86%. Because of its specific lightness, this tone offers distinct visual contrast properties. Incorporating #186ADC 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)24, 106, 220
HSL (Hue, Sat, Lightness)215°, 80%, 48%
HSV (Hue, Sat, Value)215°, 89%, 86%
CSS Valuergb(24, 106, 220)

WCAG 2.1 Contrast & Accessibility Check

On White Background5.08:1
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 Background4.13:1
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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