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Dark Gray

Hex Code #B09CA2

Color Analysis Summary

Color #B09CA2, 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, 61% green, and 64% blue. These digital components translate to exact numerical values of Red: 176, Green: 156, and Blue: 162. In terms of web formatting, this exact tone is declared in stylesheets using the hex code #B09CA2. For designers working with cylindrical coordinates, its HSL values are mapped to a hue angle of 342°, a saturation of 11%, and a lightness index of 65%. 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 #B09CA2 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)176, 156, 162
HSL (Hue, Sat, Lightness)342°, 11%, 65%
HSV (Hue, Sat, Value)342°, 11%, 69%
CSS Valuergb(176, 156, 162)

WCAG 2.1 Contrast & Accessibility Check

On White Background2.59:1
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 Background8.12:1
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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