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Sage Green

Hex Code #B9BEA2

Color Analysis Summary

Color #B9BEA2, historically referred to as Sage Green, is a beautifully balanced color tone. Mathematically, in the RGB (Red, Green, Blue) spectrum, this color is formulated by mixing 73% red, 75% green, and 64% blue. These digital components translate to exact numerical values of Red: 185, Green: 190, and Blue: 162. In terms of web formatting, this exact tone is declared in stylesheets using the hex code #B9BEA2. For designers working with cylindrical coordinates, its HSL values are mapped to a hue angle of 71°, a saturation of 18%, and a lightness index of 69%. In the HSV (Hue, Saturation, Value) model, it retains a brightness value of 75%. Because of its specific lightness, this tone offers distinct visual contrast properties. Incorporating #B9BEA2 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)185, 190, 162
HSL (Hue, Sat, Lightness)71°, 18%, 69%
HSV (Hue, Sat, Value)71°, 15%, 75%
CSS Valuergb(185, 190, 162)

WCAG 2.1 Contrast & Accessibility Check

On White Background1.92:1
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 Background10.95:1
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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