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Khaki

Hex Code #FCD381

Color Analysis Summary

Color #FCD381, 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 99% red, 83% green, and 51% blue. These digital components translate to exact numerical values of Red: 252, Green: 211, and Blue: 129. In terms of web formatting, this exact tone is declared in stylesheets using the hex code #FCD381. For designers working with cylindrical coordinates, its HSL values are mapped to a hue angle of 40°, a saturation of 95%, and a lightness index of 75%. In the HSV (Hue, Saturation, Value) model, it retains a brightness value of 99%. Because of its specific lightness, this tone offers distinct visual contrast properties. Incorporating #FCD381 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)252, 211, 129
HSL (Hue, Sat, Lightness)40°, 95%, 75%
HSV (Hue, Sat, Value)40°, 49%, 99%
CSS Valuergb(252, 211, 129)

WCAG 2.1 Contrast & Accessibility Check

On White Background1.42:1
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 Background14.77:1
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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