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Gainsboro

Hex Code #DEF2D8

Color Analysis Summary

Color #DEF2D8, 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 87% red, 95% green, and 85% blue. These digital components translate to exact numerical values of Red: 222, Green: 242, and Blue: 216. In terms of web formatting, this exact tone is declared in stylesheets using the hex code #DEF2D8. For designers working with cylindrical coordinates, its HSL values are mapped to a hue angle of 106°, a saturation of 50%, and a lightness index of 90%. In the HSV (Hue, Saturation, Value) model, it retains a brightness value of 95%. Because of its specific lightness, this tone offers distinct visual contrast properties. Incorporating #DEF2D8 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)222, 242, 216
HSL (Hue, Sat, Lightness)106°, 50%, 90%
HSV (Hue, Sat, Value)106°, 11%, 95%
CSS Valuergb(222, 242, 216)

WCAG 2.1 Contrast & Accessibility Check

On White Background1.18:1
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 Background17.8:1
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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