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Sea Shell

Hex Code #FDF4F2

Color Analysis Summary

Color #FDF4F2, historically referred to as Sea Shell, is a beautifully balanced color tone. Mathematically, in the RGB (Red, Green, Blue) spectrum, this color is formulated by mixing 99% red, 96% green, and 95% blue. These digital components translate to exact numerical values of Red: 253, Green: 244, and Blue: 242. In terms of web formatting, this exact tone is declared in stylesheets using the hex code #FDF4F2. For designers working with cylindrical coordinates, its HSL values are mapped to a hue angle of 11°, a saturation of 73%, and a lightness index of 97%. 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 #FDF4F2 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)253, 244, 242
HSL (Hue, Sat, Lightness)11°, 73%, 97%
HSV (Hue, Sat, Value)11°, 4%, 99%
CSS Valuergb(253, 244, 242)

WCAG 2.1 Contrast & Accessibility Check

On White Background1.08:1
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 Background19.4:1
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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