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Cadet Blue

Hex Code #64A992

Color Analysis Summary

Color #64A992, 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 39% red, 66% green, and 57% blue. These digital components translate to exact numerical values of Red: 100, Green: 169, and Blue: 146. In terms of web formatting, this exact tone is declared in stylesheets using the hex code #64A992. For designers working with cylindrical coordinates, its HSL values are mapped to a hue angle of 160°, a saturation of 29%, and a lightness index of 53%. In the HSV (Hue, Saturation, Value) model, it retains a brightness value of 66%. Because of its specific lightness, this tone offers distinct visual contrast properties. Incorporating #64A992 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)100, 169, 146
HSL (Hue, Sat, Lightness)160°, 29%, 53%
HSV (Hue, Sat, Value)160°, 41%, 66%
CSS Valuergb(100, 169, 146)

WCAG 2.1 Contrast & Accessibility Check

On White Background2.75:1
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 Background7.63:1
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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