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Cornsilk

Hex Code #FDF9DB

Color Analysis Summary

Color #FDF9DB, historically referred to as Cornsilk, is a beautifully balanced color tone. Mathematically, in the RGB (Red, Green, Blue) spectrum, this color is formulated by mixing 99% red, 98% green, and 86% blue. These digital components translate to exact numerical values of Red: 253, Green: 249, and Blue: 219. In terms of web formatting, this exact tone is declared in stylesheets using the hex code #FDF9DB. For designers working with cylindrical coordinates, its HSL values are mapped to a hue angle of 53°, a saturation of 89%, and a lightness index of 93%. 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 #FDF9DB 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, 249, 219
HSL (Hue, Sat, Lightness)53°, 89%, 93%
HSV (Hue, Sat, Value)53°, 13%, 99%
CSS Valuergb(253, 249, 219)

WCAG 2.1 Contrast & Accessibility Check

On White Background1.06:1
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 Background19.75:1
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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