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Dark Gray

Hex Code #AFAC8F

Color Analysis Summary

Color #AFAC8F, 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 69% red, 67% green, and 56% blue. These digital components translate to exact numerical values of Red: 175, Green: 172, and Blue: 143. In terms of web formatting, this exact tone is declared in stylesheets using the hex code #AFAC8F. For designers working with cylindrical coordinates, its HSL values are mapped to a hue angle of 54°, a saturation of 17%, and a lightness index of 62%. In the HSV (Hue, Saturation, Value) model, it retains a brightness value of 69%. Because of its specific lightness, this tone offers distinct visual contrast properties. Incorporating #AFAC8F 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)175, 172, 143
HSL (Hue, Sat, Lightness)54°, 17%, 62%
HSV (Hue, Sat, Value)54°, 18%, 69%
CSS Valuergb(175, 172, 143)

WCAG 2.1 Contrast & Accessibility Check

On White Background2.3:1
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 Background9.12:1
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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