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Cadet Blue

Hex Code #667E97

Color Analysis Summary

Color #667E97, 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, 49% green, and 59% blue. These digital components translate to exact numerical values of Red: 102, Green: 126, and Blue: 151. In terms of web formatting, this exact tone is declared in stylesheets using the hex code #667E97. For designers working with cylindrical coordinates, its HSL values are mapped to a hue angle of 211°, a saturation of 19%, and a lightness index of 50%. In the HSV (Hue, Saturation, Value) model, it retains a brightness value of 59%. Because of its specific lightness, this tone offers distinct visual contrast properties. Incorporating #667E97 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)102, 126, 151
HSL (Hue, Sat, Lightness)211°, 19%, 50%
HSV (Hue, Sat, Value)211°, 32%, 59%
CSS Valuergb(102, 126, 151)

WCAG 2.1 Contrast & Accessibility Check

On White Background4.2:1
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 Background5:1
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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