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Dark Khaki

Hex Code #CACA69

Color Analysis Summary

Color #CACA69, 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 79% red, 79% green, and 41% blue. These digital components translate to exact numerical values of Red: 202, Green: 202, and Blue: 105. In terms of web formatting, this exact tone is declared in stylesheets using the hex code #CACA69. For designers working with cylindrical coordinates, its HSL values are mapped to a hue angle of 60°, a saturation of 48%, and a lightness index of 60%. 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 #CACA69 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, 202, 105
HSL (Hue, Sat, Lightness)60°, 48%, 60%
HSV (Hue, Sat, Value)60°, 48%, 79%
CSS Valuergb(202, 202, 105)

WCAG 2.1 Contrast & Accessibility Check

On White Background1.73:1
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 Background12.16:1
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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