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Gray

Hex Code #888080

Color Analysis Summary

Color #888080, historically referred to as Gray, is a beautifully balanced color tone. Mathematically, in the RGB (Red, Green, Blue) spectrum, this color is formulated by mixing 53% red, 50% green, and 50% blue. These digital components translate to exact numerical values of Red: 136, Green: 128, and Blue: 128. In terms of web formatting, this exact tone is declared in stylesheets using the hex code #888080. For designers working with cylindrical coordinates, its HSL values are mapped to a hue angle of 0°, a saturation of 3%, and a lightness index of 52%. In the HSV (Hue, Saturation, Value) model, it retains a brightness value of 53%. Because of its specific lightness, this tone offers distinct visual contrast properties. Incorporating #888080 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)136, 128, 128
HSL (Hue, Sat, Lightness)0°, 3%, 52%
HSV (Hue, Sat, Value)0°, 6%, 53%
CSS Valuergb(136, 128, 128)

WCAG 2.1 Contrast & Accessibility Check

On White Background3.86:1
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 Background5.45:1
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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