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Cadet Blue

Hex Code #74AFA4

Color Analysis Summary

Color #74AFA4, 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 45% red, 69% green, and 64% blue. These digital components translate to exact numerical values of Red: 116, Green: 175, and Blue: 164. In terms of web formatting, this exact tone is declared in stylesheets using the hex code #74AFA4. For designers working with cylindrical coordinates, its HSL values are mapped to a hue angle of 169°, a saturation of 27%, and a lightness index of 57%. In the HSV (Hue, Saturation, Value) model, it retains a brightness value of 69%. Because of its specific lightness, this tone offers distinct visual contrast properties. Incorporating #74AFA4 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)116, 175, 164
HSL (Hue, Sat, Lightness)169°, 27%, 57%
HSV (Hue, Sat, Value)169°, 34%, 69%
CSS Valuergb(116, 175, 164)

WCAG 2.1 Contrast & Accessibility Check

On White Background2.5:1
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 Background8.41:1
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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