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Cadet Blue

Hex Code #499B95

Color Analysis Summary

Color #499B95, historically referred to as Cadet Blue, is a beautifully balanced color tone. Mathematically, in the RGB (Red, Green, Blue) spectrum, this color is formulated by mixing 29% red, 61% green, and 58% blue. These digital components translate to exact numerical values of Red: 73, Green: 155, and Blue: 149. In terms of web formatting, this exact tone is declared in stylesheets using the hex code #499B95. For designers working with cylindrical coordinates, its HSL values are mapped to a hue angle of 176°, a saturation of 36%, and a lightness index of 45%. In the HSV (Hue, Saturation, Value) model, it retains a brightness value of 61%. Because of its specific lightness, this tone offers distinct visual contrast properties. Incorporating #499B95 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)73, 155, 149
HSL (Hue, Sat, Lightness)176°, 36%, 45%
HSV (Hue, Sat, Value)176°, 53%, 61%
CSS Valuergb(73, 155, 149)

WCAG 2.1 Contrast & Accessibility Check

On White Background3.28:1
AA Normal Text (4.5:1)FAIL
AA Large Text (3.0:1)PASS
AAA Normal Text (7.0:1)FAIL
AAA Large Text (4.5:1)FAIL
On Black Background6.41:1
AA Normal Text (4.5:1)PASS
AA Large Text (3.0:1)PASS
AAA Normal Text (7.0:1)FAIL
AAA Large Text (4.5:1)PASS

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