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Slate Blue

Hex Code #685AE2

Color Analysis Summary

Color #685AE2, historically referred to as Slate Blue, is a beautifully balanced color tone. Mathematically, in the RGB (Red, Green, Blue) spectrum, this color is formulated by mixing 41% red, 35% green, and 89% blue. These digital components translate to exact numerical values of Red: 104, Green: 90, and Blue: 226. In terms of web formatting, this exact tone is declared in stylesheets using the hex code #685AE2. For designers working with cylindrical coordinates, its HSL values are mapped to a hue angle of 246°, a saturation of 70%, and a lightness index of 62%. In the HSV (Hue, Saturation, Value) model, it retains a brightness value of 89%. Because of its specific lightness, this tone offers distinct visual contrast properties. Incorporating #685AE2 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)104, 90, 226
HSL (Hue, Sat, Lightness)246°, 70%, 62%
HSV (Hue, Sat, Value)246°, 60%, 89%
CSS Valuergb(104, 90, 226)

WCAG 2.1 Contrast & Accessibility Check

On White Background5.06:1
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
On Black Background4.15:1
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

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