Holly

#001812

General Information about Hex Color #001812

The hexadecimal color code #001812 is a dark shade of green, often associated with nature, tranquility, and sophistication. In the RGB color model, it comprises 0% red, 9.41% green, and 7.06% blue. This results in a muted, earthy tone that can evoke feelings of calmness and stability. Hex #001812 is commonly referred to as "Holly," suggesting its resemblance to the deep green color of holly leaves. It is often used in design contexts to create a sense of depth and richness, particularly when paired with lighter or contrasting colors. The color is not particularly vibrant, making it suitable for applications where a subtle and understated aesthetic is desired. Its darkness implies that it has a low light reflectance value.

The color #001812, also known as Holly, presents several accessibility challenges, primarily due to its extremely dark nature. Its low luminance makes it difficult to discern text or graphical elements rendered in this color against a dark background. According to WCAG (Web Content Accessibility Guidelines), sufficient contrast between foreground and background colors is crucial for readability, especially for users with visual impairments. A contrast ratio of at least 4.5:1 is recommended for standard text and 3:1 for large text. Holly falls significantly short of these requirements when paired with most background colors. Web developers should avoid using this color for essential text or interactive elements. If used, it should be paired with a very light color to meet accessibility standards. Testing with accessibility tools is essential to ensure compliance and optimal user experience. Consideration should also be given to users with color blindness, as subtle color differences may be imperceptible, further complicating accessibility.

Shades

Digital Color Formats

RGB
0 24 18
RGB0 24 18
Red
Green
Blue
HSL
165deg 100% 4.71%
1651004.71HSL
Hue
Saturation
Lightness
HWB
165deg 0% 90.59%
165090.59HWB
Hue
Whiteness
Blackness
hex#001812
rgb0 24 18
hsl165deg 100% 4.71%
cmyk100% 0% 25% 90.59%
hwb165deg 0% 90.59%
xyz-d650 0.01 0.01
oklch0.1866 0.0353 174.73
oklab0.1866 -0.04 0
CMYK
100% 0% 25% 90.59%
10002590.59CMYK
Cyan
Magenta
Yellow
Key
XYZ-d65
0 0.01 0.01
00.010.01XYZ
X
Y
Z
OKLCH
0.1866 0.0353 174.73
0.18660.0353174.73LCH
Lightness
Chroma
Hue
OKLAB
0.1866 -0.04 0
0.1866-0.040LAB
Lightness
Green-Red
Blue-Yellow

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