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Dark Gray

Hex Code #B8AEB0

Color Analysis Summary

Color #B8AEB0, 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 72% red, 68% green, and 69% blue. These digital components translate to exact numerical values of Red: 184, Green: 174, and Blue: 176. In terms of web formatting, this exact tone is declared in stylesheets using the hex code #B8AEB0. For designers working with cylindrical coordinates, its HSL values are mapped to a hue angle of 348°, a saturation of 7%, and a lightness index of 70%. 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 #B8AEB0 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)184, 174, 176
HSL (Hue, Sat, Lightness)348°, 7%, 70%
HSV (Hue, Sat, Value)348°, 5%, 72%
CSS Valuergb(184, 174, 176)

WCAG 2.1 Contrast & Accessibility Check

On White Background2.16:1
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 Background9.72:1
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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