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Cadet Blue

Hex Code #4C8D99

Color Analysis Summary

Color #4C8D99, historically referred to as Cadet Blue, is a beautifully balanced color tone. Mathematically, in the RGB (Red, Green, Blue) spectrum, this color is formulated by mixing 30% red, 55% green, and 60% blue. These digital components translate to exact numerical values of Red: 76, Green: 141, and Blue: 153. In terms of web formatting, this exact tone is declared in stylesheets using the hex code #4C8D99. For designers working with cylindrical coordinates, its HSL values are mapped to a hue angle of 189°, a saturation of 34%, and a lightness index of 45%. In the HSV (Hue, Saturation, Value) model, it retains a brightness value of 60%. Because of its specific lightness, this tone offers distinct visual contrast properties. Incorporating #4C8D99 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)76, 141, 153
HSL (Hue, Sat, Lightness)189°, 34%, 45%
HSV (Hue, Sat, Value)189°, 50%, 60%
CSS Valuergb(76, 141, 153)

WCAG 2.1 Contrast & Accessibility Check

On White Background3.77:1
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
On Black Background5.58:1
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

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