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Dark Khaki

Hex Code #BDB37D

Color Analysis Summary

Color #BDB37D, historically referred to as Dark Khaki, is a beautifully balanced color tone. Mathematically, in the RGB (Red, Green, Blue) spectrum, this color is formulated by mixing 74% red, 70% green, and 49% blue. These digital components translate to exact numerical values of Red: 189, Green: 179, and Blue: 125. In terms of web formatting, this exact tone is declared in stylesheets using the hex code #BDB37D. For designers working with cylindrical coordinates, its HSL values are mapped to a hue angle of 51°, a saturation of 33%, and a lightness index of 62%. In the HSV (Hue, Saturation, Value) model, it retains a brightness value of 74%. Because of its specific lightness, this tone offers distinct visual contrast properties. Incorporating #BDB37D 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)189, 179, 125
HSL (Hue, Sat, Lightness)51°, 33%, 62%
HSV (Hue, Sat, Value)51°, 34%, 74%
CSS Valuergb(189, 179, 125)

WCAG 2.1 Contrast & Accessibility Check

On White Background2.12:1
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 Background9.91:1
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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