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Khaki

Hex Code #DCD889

Color Analysis Summary

Color #DCD889, historically referred to as Khaki, is a beautifully balanced color tone. Mathematically, in the RGB (Red, Green, Blue) spectrum, this color is formulated by mixing 86% red, 85% green, and 54% blue. These digital components translate to exact numerical values of Red: 220, Green: 216, and Blue: 137. In terms of web formatting, this exact tone is declared in stylesheets using the hex code #DCD889. For designers working with cylindrical coordinates, its HSL values are mapped to a hue angle of 57°, a saturation of 54%, and a lightness index of 70%. In the HSV (Hue, Saturation, Value) model, it retains a brightness value of 86%. Because of its specific lightness, this tone offers distinct visual contrast properties. Incorporating #DCD889 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)220, 216, 137
HSL (Hue, Sat, Lightness)57°, 54%, 70%
HSV (Hue, Sat, Value)57°, 38%, 86%
CSS Valuergb(220, 216, 137)

WCAG 2.1 Contrast & Accessibility Check

On White Background1.48:1
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 Background14.23:1
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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