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Dark Khaki

Hex Code #C5D279

Color Analysis Summary

Color #C5D279, 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 77% red, 82% green, and 47% blue. These digital components translate to exact numerical values of Red: 197, Green: 210, and Blue: 121. In terms of web formatting, this exact tone is declared in stylesheets using the hex code #C5D279. For designers working with cylindrical coordinates, its HSL values are mapped to a hue angle of 69°, a saturation of 50%, and a lightness index of 65%. In the HSV (Hue, Saturation, Value) model, it retains a brightness value of 82%. Because of its specific lightness, this tone offers distinct visual contrast properties. Incorporating #C5D279 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)197, 210, 121
HSL (Hue, Sat, Lightness)69°, 50%, 65%
HSV (Hue, Sat, Value)69°, 42%, 82%
CSS Valuergb(197, 210, 121)

WCAG 2.1 Contrast & Accessibility Check

On White Background1.63:1
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 Background12.87:1
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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