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Cadet Blue

Hex Code #52AEB3

Color Analysis Summary

Color #52AEB3, 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 32% red, 68% green, and 70% blue. These digital components translate to exact numerical values of Red: 82, Green: 174, and Blue: 179. In terms of web formatting, this exact tone is declared in stylesheets using the hex code #52AEB3. For designers working with cylindrical coordinates, its HSL values are mapped to a hue angle of 183°, a saturation of 39%, and a lightness index of 51%. In the HSV (Hue, Saturation, Value) model, it retains a brightness value of 70%. Because of its specific lightness, this tone offers distinct visual contrast properties. Incorporating #52AEB3 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)82, 174, 179
HSL (Hue, Sat, Lightness)183°, 39%, 51%
HSV (Hue, Sat, Value)183°, 54%, 70%
CSS Valuergb(82, 174, 179)

WCAG 2.1 Contrast & Accessibility Check

On White Background2.6:1
AA Normal Text (4.5:1)FAIL
AA Large Text (3.0:1)FAIL
AAA Normal Text (7.0:1)FAIL
AAA Large Text (4.5:1)FAIL
On Black Background8.06:1
AA Normal Text (4.5:1)PASS
AA Large Text (3.0:1)PASS
AAA Normal Text (7.0:1)PASS
AAA Large Text (4.5:1)PASS

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