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Dark Khaki

Hex Code #B2B86F

Color Analysis Summary

Color #B2B86F, historically referred to as Dark Khaki, is a beautifully balanced color tone. Mathematically, in the RGB (Red, Green, Blue) spectrum, this color is formulated by mixing 70% red, 72% green, and 44% blue. These digital components translate to exact numerical values of Red: 178, Green: 184, and Blue: 111. In terms of web formatting, this exact tone is declared in stylesheets using the hex code #B2B86F. For designers working with cylindrical coordinates, its HSL values are mapped to a hue angle of 65°, a saturation of 34%, and a lightness index of 58%. In the HSV (Hue, Saturation, Value) model, it retains a brightness value of 72%. Because of its specific lightness, this tone offers distinct visual contrast properties. Incorporating #B2B86F 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)178, 184, 111
HSL (Hue, Sat, Lightness)65°, 34%, 58%
HSV (Hue, Sat, Value)65°, 40%, 72%
CSS Valuergb(178, 184, 111)

WCAG 2.1 Contrast & Accessibility Check

On White Background2.1:1
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 Background9.98:1
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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