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Linen

Hex Code #FAF1EA

Color Analysis Summary

Color #FAF1EA, historically referred to as Linen, is a beautifully balanced color tone. Mathematically, in the RGB (Red, Green, Blue) spectrum, this color is formulated by mixing 98% red, 95% green, and 92% blue. These digital components translate to exact numerical values of Red: 250, Green: 241, and Blue: 234. In terms of web formatting, this exact tone is declared in stylesheets using the hex code #FAF1EA. For designers working with cylindrical coordinates, its HSL values are mapped to a hue angle of 26°, a saturation of 62%, and a lightness index of 95%. In the HSV (Hue, Saturation, Value) model, it retains a brightness value of 98%. Because of its specific lightness, this tone offers distinct visual contrast properties. Incorporating #FAF1EA 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)250, 241, 234
HSL (Hue, Sat, Lightness)26°, 62%, 95%
HSV (Hue, Sat, Value)26°, 6%, 98%
CSS Valuergb(250, 241, 234)

WCAG 2.1 Contrast & Accessibility Check

On White Background1.11:1
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 Background18.84:1
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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