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Gainsboro

Hex Code #D1ECDA

Color Analysis Summary

Color #D1ECDA, historically referred to as Gainsboro, is a beautifully balanced color tone. Mathematically, in the RGB (Red, Green, Blue) spectrum, this color is formulated by mixing 82% red, 93% green, and 85% blue. These digital components translate to exact numerical values of Red: 209, Green: 236, and Blue: 218. In terms of web formatting, this exact tone is declared in stylesheets using the hex code #D1ECDA. For designers working with cylindrical coordinates, its HSL values are mapped to a hue angle of 140°, a saturation of 42%, and a lightness index of 87%. In the HSV (Hue, Saturation, Value) model, it retains a brightness value of 93%. Because of its specific lightness, this tone offers distinct visual contrast properties. Incorporating #D1ECDA 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)209, 236, 218
HSL (Hue, Sat, Lightness)140°, 42%, 87%
HSV (Hue, Sat, Value)140°, 11%, 93%
CSS Valuergb(209, 236, 218)

WCAG 2.1 Contrast & Accessibility Check

On White Background1.26:1
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 Background16.72:1
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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