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Denim

Hex Code #2A5FAA

Color Analysis Summary

Color #2A5FAA, 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 16% red, 37% green, and 67% blue. These digital components translate to exact numerical values of Red: 42, Green: 95, and Blue: 170. In terms of web formatting, this exact tone is declared in stylesheets using the hex code #2A5FAA. For designers working with cylindrical coordinates, its HSL values are mapped to a hue angle of 215°, a saturation of 60%, and a lightness index of 42%. 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 #2A5FAA 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)42, 95, 170
HSL (Hue, Sat, Lightness)215°, 60%, 42%
HSV (Hue, Sat, Value)215°, 75%, 67%
CSS Valuergb(42, 95, 170)

WCAG 2.1 Contrast & Accessibility Check

On White Background6.33:1
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 Background3.32:1
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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