Swamp
General Information about #021E24
The hexadecimal color code #021E24, also known as Swamp, represents a very dark shade of cyan. It is composed of 0.78% red, 11.76% green, and 14.12% blue. In the RGB color model, this translates to 2 red, 30 green, and 36 blue. Its CMYK representation is 94% cyan, 17% magenta, 0% yellow, and 86% black. The hue angle is 191.7 degrees, saturation is 94.4%, and lightness is 7.5%. This color is perceived as a dark, muted tone, often associated with natural elements like deep waters or shadowed foliage. Its low brightness makes it suitable for use as an accent or background element when paired with lighter, more vibrant colors.
The color #021E24, a very dark desaturated cyan, poses significant accessibility challenges. Its extremely low luminance makes it difficult to perceive against most backgrounds, especially white. The contrast ratio against white is very low, failing WCAG standards for normal and large text. Therefore, using #021E24 for text or important interactive elements against a light background is strongly discouraged. To improve accessibility, consider using lighter tints of this color or pairing it with much lighter, contrasting colors. Ensure a contrast ratio of at least 4.5:1 for normal text and 3:1 for large text and graphical elements to meet WCAG AA standards. For WCAG AAA, even higher contrast ratios are required. Testing with accessibility tools and user feedback is recommended.
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Web Design Accent
In web design, #021E24 can be employed as a subtle background accent, particularly in sections intended to evoke a sense of depth or sophistication. Because of its dark nature, it shouldn't be used for text since that would violate accessibility guidelines. It works effectively behind cards with lighter content, providing a grounded feeling. In data visualizations, it can be used to represent the deepest regions of a chart or as a fill color for elements that need to recede visually. This color can also be used to give a web application a mysterious atmosphere or aesthetic.
Interior Design Accent
In interior design, #021E24 could serve as an accent color in a room, perhaps on a feature wall or in decorative elements like vases or cushions. Because of its darkness, it would ideally be paired with lighter and brighter colors to prevent the space from feeling too closed-in. It evokes a sense of nature and calm, which means that it will be suitable for bedrooms and even living rooms. This color would also fit in nicely in home offices and studios as well.
Fashion Color
In fashion, #021E24 can be used as a base color for garments. This color can evoke a sense of mystery and sophistication. It can be incorporated into outerwear, dresses or even trousers. It can be paired with lighter colored garments to make the outfit look interesting, and would also look excellent with a brighter pair of shoes such as red, yellow or even white. To create an interesting outfit, consider layering a jacket of this color over a pastel-colored top to help the color pop.