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Cadet Blue

Hex Code #6B8CB8

Color Analysis Summary

Color #6B8CB8, 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 42% red, 55% green, and 72% blue. These digital components translate to exact numerical values of Red: 107, Green: 140, and Blue: 184. In terms of web formatting, this exact tone is declared in stylesheets using the hex code #6B8CB8. For designers working with cylindrical coordinates, its HSL values are mapped to a hue angle of 214°, a saturation of 35%, and a lightness index of 57%. In the HSV (Hue, Saturation, Value) model, it retains a brightness value of 72%. Because of its specific lightness, this tone offers distinct visual contrast properties. Incorporating #6B8CB8 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)107, 140, 184
HSL (Hue, Sat, Lightness)214°, 35%, 57%
HSV (Hue, Sat, Value)214°, 42%, 72%
CSS Valuergb(107, 140, 184)

WCAG 2.1 Contrast & Accessibility Check

On White Background3.46:1
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 Background6.07:1
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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