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Cadet Blue

Hex Code #609FA4

Color Analysis Summary

Color #609FA4, 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 38% red, 62% green, and 64% blue. These digital components translate to exact numerical values of Red: 96, Green: 159, and Blue: 164. In terms of web formatting, this exact tone is declared in stylesheets using the hex code #609FA4. For designers working with cylindrical coordinates, its HSL values are mapped to a hue angle of 184°, a saturation of 27%, and a lightness index of 51%. In the HSV (Hue, Saturation, Value) model, it retains a brightness value of 64%. Because of its specific lightness, this tone offers distinct visual contrast properties. Incorporating #609FA4 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)96, 159, 164
HSL (Hue, Sat, Lightness)184°, 27%, 51%
HSV (Hue, Sat, Value)184°, 41%, 64%
CSS Valuergb(96, 159, 164)

WCAG 2.1 Contrast & Accessibility Check

On White Background3:1
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 Background6.99:1
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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