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Dark Gray

Hex Code #8EB4B2

Color Analysis Summary

Color #8EB4B2, historically referred to as Dark Gray, is a beautifully balanced color tone. Mathematically, in the RGB (Red, Green, Blue) spectrum, this color is formulated by mixing 56% red, 71% green, and 70% blue. These digital components translate to exact numerical values of Red: 142, Green: 180, and Blue: 178. In terms of web formatting, this exact tone is declared in stylesheets using the hex code #8EB4B2. For designers working with cylindrical coordinates, its HSL values are mapped to a hue angle of 177°, a saturation of 20%, and a lightness index of 63%. In the HSV (Hue, Saturation, Value) model, it retains a brightness value of 71%. Because of its specific lightness, this tone offers distinct visual contrast properties. Incorporating #8EB4B2 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)142, 180, 178
HSL (Hue, Sat, Lightness)177°, 20%, 63%
HSV (Hue, Sat, Value)177°, 21%, 71%
CSS Valuergb(142, 180, 178)

WCAG 2.1 Contrast & Accessibility Check

On White Background2.25:1
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 Background9.32:1
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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