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Khaki

Hex Code #FCD38C

Color Analysis Summary

Color #FCD38C, 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 55% blue. These digital components translate to exact numerical values of Red: 252, Green: 211, and Blue: 140. In terms of web formatting, this exact tone is declared in stylesheets using the hex code #FCD38C. For designers working with cylindrical coordinates, its HSL values are mapped to a hue angle of 38°, a saturation of 95%, and a lightness index of 77%. 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 #FCD38C 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, 140
HSL (Hue, Sat, Lightness)38°, 95%, 77%
HSV (Hue, Sat, Value)38°, 44%, 99%
CSS Valuergb(252, 211, 140)

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 Background14.84:1
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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