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Gray

Hex Code #856473

Color Analysis Summary

Color #856473, historically referred to as Gray, is a beautifully balanced color tone. Mathematically, in the RGB (Red, Green, Blue) spectrum, this color is formulated by mixing 52% red, 39% green, and 45% blue. These digital components translate to exact numerical values of Red: 133, Green: 100, and Blue: 115. In terms of web formatting, this exact tone is declared in stylesheets using the hex code #856473. For designers working with cylindrical coordinates, its HSL values are mapped to a hue angle of 333°, a saturation of 14%, and a lightness index of 46%. In the HSV (Hue, Saturation, Value) model, it retains a brightness value of 52%. Because of its specific lightness, this tone offers distinct visual contrast properties. Incorporating #856473 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)133, 100, 115
HSL (Hue, Sat, Lightness)333°, 14%, 46%
HSV (Hue, Sat, Value)333°, 25%, 52%
CSS Valuergb(133, 100, 115)

WCAG 2.1 Contrast & Accessibility Check

On White Background5.16:1
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 Background4.07:1
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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