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Crimson

Hex Code #CA2E4B

Color Analysis Summary

Color #CA2E4B, historically referred to as Crimson, is a beautifully balanced color tone. Mathematically, in the RGB (Red, Green, Blue) spectrum, this color is formulated by mixing 79% red, 18% green, and 29% blue. These digital components translate to exact numerical values of Red: 202, Green: 46, and Blue: 75. In terms of web formatting, this exact tone is declared in stylesheets using the hex code #CA2E4B. For designers working with cylindrical coordinates, its HSL values are mapped to a hue angle of 349°, a saturation of 63%, and a lightness index of 49%. In the HSV (Hue, Saturation, Value) model, it retains a brightness value of 79%. Because of its specific lightness, this tone offers distinct visual contrast properties. Incorporating #CA2E4B 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)202, 46, 75
HSL (Hue, Sat, Lightness)349°, 63%, 49%
HSV (Hue, Sat, Value)349°, 77%, 79%
CSS Valuergb(202, 46, 75)

WCAG 2.1 Contrast & Accessibility Check

On White Background5.25:1
AA Normal Text (4.5:1)PASS
AA Large Text (3.0:1)PASS
AAA Normal Text (7.0:1)FAIL
AAA Large Text (4.5:1)PASS
On Black Background4:1
AA Normal Text (4.5:1)FAIL
AA Large Text (3.0:1)PASS
AAA Normal Text (7.0:1)FAIL
AAA Large Text (4.5:1)FAIL

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