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Gray

Hex Code #856A75

Color Analysis Summary

Color #856A75, 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, 42% green, and 46% blue. These digital components translate to exact numerical values of Red: 133, Green: 106, and Blue: 117. In terms of web formatting, this exact tone is declared in stylesheets using the hex code #856A75. For designers working with cylindrical coordinates, its HSL values are mapped to a hue angle of 336°, a saturation of 11%, and a lightness index of 47%. 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 #856A75 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, 106, 117
HSL (Hue, Sat, Lightness)336°, 11%, 47%
HSV (Hue, Sat, Value)336°, 20%, 52%
CSS Valuergb(133, 106, 117)

WCAG 2.1 Contrast & Accessibility Check

On White Background4.87:1
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 Background4.32:1
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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