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Dark Sea Green

Hex Code #86BCA2

Color Analysis Summary

Color #86BCA2, historically referred to as Dark Sea Green, is a beautifully balanced color tone. Mathematically, in the RGB (Red, Green, Blue) spectrum, this color is formulated by mixing 53% red, 74% green, and 64% blue. These digital components translate to exact numerical values of Red: 134, Green: 188, and Blue: 162. In terms of web formatting, this exact tone is declared in stylesheets using the hex code #86BCA2. For designers working with cylindrical coordinates, its HSL values are mapped to a hue angle of 151°, a saturation of 29%, and a lightness index of 63%. In the HSV (Hue, Saturation, Value) model, it retains a brightness value of 74%. Because of its specific lightness, this tone offers distinct visual contrast properties. Incorporating #86BCA2 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)134, 188, 162
HSL (Hue, Sat, Lightness)151°, 29%, 63%
HSV (Hue, Sat, Value)151°, 29%, 74%
CSS Valuergb(134, 188, 162)

WCAG 2.1 Contrast & Accessibility Check

On White Background2.16:1
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 Background9.73:1
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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