Swamp
General Information about #021E1C
The hexadecimal color code #021E1C represents a dark shade of green, often described as 'Swamp'. It is composed of 0.78% red, 11.76% green, and 10.98% blue. In the RGB color model, these values translate to R:2, G:30, B:28. The corresponding CMYK values are C:0.93, M:0.00, Y:0.07, K:0.88. The color has a hue of 176 degrees, a saturation of 93.3% and a lightness of 6.3%. Because of the very low lightness, this color should be used carefully. The color is mostly described as warm and calm. The color is often found in nature, such as in forests and swamps, which gives the color the name.
The hex color #021E1C, often referred to as 'Swamp', presents significant accessibility challenges, especially in web design. Its extremely low luminance value (very dark) results in poor contrast against almost any other color. This makes text or graphical elements using this color difficult to read for users with visual impairments. To ensure inclusivity, web developers should avoid using #021E1C for primary text or interactive elements without careful consideration. If this color is desired, it is crucial to pair it with very light colors to achieve sufficient contrast ratios, meeting WCAG (Web Content Accessibility Guidelines) standards, ideally a contrast ratio of at least 4.5:1 for normal text and 3:1 for large text. Providing alternative high-contrast themes or allowing users to customize colors can greatly improve accessibility.
Shades
Digital Color Formats
Alternative colors
Applications
Web Design and UI
In web design, #021E1C can be utilized sparingly for background accents or subtle design elements where high contrast isn't essential. For instance, it might serve as a background color in a website's footer or as a decorative line. However, it should never be used for crucial text or interactive elements without ensuring sufficient contrast. In user interface (UI) design, this color could be integrated into a dark theme. Always test the design with accessibility tools to ensure it meets accessibility standards. Avoid using this color as the main background color. Careful consideration and testing are important.
Interior Design
Within interior design, #021E1C could be applied as an accent color in a room, for example, in throw pillows or decorative items. This color creates a calm and warm feeling, especially combined with light furniture and golden decorations. Using it on a large wall might make the room look smaller, so this color is mostly used for small decorations. It can also be used for painting wooden furniture to give it an antique look. It should be used carefully and combined with light colors.
Fashion
In fashion, #021E1C can be used as a base color for winter clothing or as an accent color in accessories. It works well with earth tones and metallic colors. #021E1C is often found in outdoor and hunting clothing because of its camouflage abilities. The color can be used on different kinds of materials, such as cotton or polyester. Because the color is very dark, it works best in a dark surrounding, or can be brightened up by wearing golden jewelry.