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Cadet Blue

Hex Code #659592

Color Analysis Summary

Color #659592, 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 40% red, 58% green, and 57% blue. These digital components translate to exact numerical values of Red: 101, Green: 149, and Blue: 146. In terms of web formatting, this exact tone is declared in stylesheets using the hex code #659592. For designers working with cylindrical coordinates, its HSL values are mapped to a hue angle of 176°, a saturation of 19%, and a lightness index of 49%. In the HSV (Hue, Saturation, Value) model, it retains a brightness value of 58%. Because of its specific lightness, this tone offers distinct visual contrast properties. Incorporating #659592 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)101, 149, 146
HSL (Hue, Sat, Lightness)176°, 19%, 49%
HSV (Hue, Sat, Value)176°, 32%, 58%
CSS Valuergb(101, 149, 146)

WCAG 2.1 Contrast & Accessibility Check

On White Background3.35:1
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 Background6.27:1
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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