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Beige

Hex Code #EDF0DD

Color Analysis Summary

Color #EDF0DD, historically referred to as Beige, is a beautifully balanced color tone. Mathematically, in the RGB (Red, Green, Blue) spectrum, this color is formulated by mixing 93% red, 94% green, and 87% blue. These digital components translate to exact numerical values of Red: 237, Green: 240, and Blue: 221. In terms of web formatting, this exact tone is declared in stylesheets using the hex code #EDF0DD. For designers working with cylindrical coordinates, its HSL values are mapped to a hue angle of 69°, a saturation of 39%, and a lightness index of 90%. In the HSV (Hue, Saturation, Value) model, it retains a brightness value of 94%. Because of its specific lightness, this tone offers distinct visual contrast properties. Incorporating #EDF0DD 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)237, 240, 221
HSL (Hue, Sat, Lightness)69°, 39%, 90%
HSV (Hue, Sat, Value)69°, 8%, 94%
CSS Valuergb(237, 240, 221)

WCAG 2.1 Contrast & Accessibility Check

On White Background1.16:1
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 Background18.11:1
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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