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Dark Gray

Hex Code #97A6A9

Color Analysis Summary

Color #97A6A9, 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 59% red, 65% green, and 66% blue. These digital components translate to exact numerical values of Red: 151, Green: 166, and Blue: 169. In terms of web formatting, this exact tone is declared in stylesheets using the hex code #97A6A9. For designers working with cylindrical coordinates, its HSL values are mapped to a hue angle of 190°, a saturation of 9%, and a lightness index of 63%. In the HSV (Hue, Saturation, Value) model, it retains a brightness value of 66%. Because of its specific lightness, this tone offers distinct visual contrast properties. Incorporating #97A6A9 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)151, 166, 169
HSL (Hue, Sat, Lightness)190°, 9%, 63%
HSV (Hue, Sat, Value)190°, 11%, 66%
CSS Valuergb(151, 166, 169)

WCAG 2.1 Contrast & Accessibility Check

On White Background2.52:1
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 Background8.34:1
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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