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Slate Blue

Hex Code #6858DF

Color Analysis Summary

Color #6858DF, historically referred to as Slate Blue, is a beautifully balanced color tone. Mathematically, in the RGB (Red, Green, Blue) spectrum, this color is formulated by mixing 41% red, 35% green, and 87% blue. These digital components translate to exact numerical values of Red: 104, Green: 88, and Blue: 223. In terms of web formatting, this exact tone is declared in stylesheets using the hex code #6858DF. For designers working with cylindrical coordinates, its HSL values are mapped to a hue angle of 247°, a saturation of 68%, and a lightness index of 61%. In the HSV (Hue, Saturation, Value) model, it retains a brightness value of 87%. Because of its specific lightness, this tone offers distinct visual contrast properties. Incorporating #6858DF 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)104, 88, 223
HSL (Hue, Sat, Lightness)247°, 68%, 61%
HSV (Hue, Sat, Value)247°, 61%, 87%
CSS Valuergb(104, 88, 223)

WCAG 2.1 Contrast & Accessibility Check

On White Background5.19:1
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
On Black Background4.05:1
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

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