Dark Fern
General Information about Dark Fern (#085107)
The hexadecimal color code #085107, also known as Dark Fern, represents a very dark shade of green. It is composed of 3.14% red, 31.76% green, and 2.75% blue. In the RGB color space, it has values of R:8, G:81, B:7. The color's low red and blue values, combined with a relatively higher green value, give it its distinctive dark green appearance. This color is often associated with nature, forests, and a sense of depth. It can evoke feelings of calm and tranquility but can also be perceived as somber due to its low brightness.
The color #085107, also known as Dark Fern, presents significant accessibility challenges, particularly for users with visual impairments or color vision deficiencies. Its extremely low lightness value of approximately 3% means that text or graphics rendered in this color will offer very poor contrast against almost any background, including white. According to WCAG guidelines, a contrast ratio of at least 4.5:1 is required for normal text and 3:1 for large text to meet Level AA compliance. Dark Fern fails to meet these standards with virtually any foreground color. Consequently, it's strongly advised against using this color for essential information or interactive elements on a website. When it is used, make sure that the contrast with the background is verified to be conformant with WCAG guidelines. Use a tool for verification. Proper use of ARIA attributes can also improve the accessibility.
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Interior Design Accent
In interior design, Dark Fern (#085107) can be used sparingly as an accent color to evoke a sense of nature and tranquility in spaces like reading nooks or home offices. It can be paired with lighter, warmer neutrals to create a balanced and inviting atmosphere. The color also can be used for painting furniture or specific elements in a room to provide some accents. However, due to its darkness, avoid using it in large areas of a room to prevent the room from appearing too dark.
Fashion Accessories
In fashion, Dark Fern can be incorporated into accessories such as scarves, belts, or handbags to add a subtle touch of sophistication and earthiness to an outfit. It pairs well with neutral tones like beige, cream, and gray, as well as richer colors like burgundy or mustard yellow. This color might also be used as a base tone for camouflage prints, and patterns inspired by natural elements.
Web Design (Decorative)
In web design, while using Dark Fern as a primary color is discouraged due to accessibility concerns, it can be employed in decorative elements or subtle background patterns where contrast is not critical. For instance, it could be used as a muted overlay on images or in non-interactive graphical elements, and should be checked against accessibility guidelines. Ensure sufficient contrast with text and interactive components for readability and usability.