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Cadet Blue

Hex Code #6DB1B1

Color Analysis Summary

Color #6DB1B1, 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 43% red, 69% green, and 69% blue. These digital components translate to exact numerical values of Red: 109, Green: 177, and Blue: 177. In terms of web formatting, this exact tone is declared in stylesheets using the hex code #6DB1B1. For designers working with cylindrical coordinates, its HSL values are mapped to a hue angle of 180°, a saturation of 30%, and a lightness index of 56%. In the HSV (Hue, Saturation, Value) model, it retains a brightness value of 69%. Because of its specific lightness, this tone offers distinct visual contrast properties. Incorporating #6DB1B1 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)109, 177, 177
HSL (Hue, Sat, Lightness)180°, 30%, 56%
HSV (Hue, Sat, Value)180°, 38%, 69%
CSS Valuergb(109, 177, 177)

WCAG 2.1 Contrast & Accessibility Check

On White Background2.45:1
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 Background8.57:1
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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