Firefly

#09232C

General Information about Firefly

The hexadecimal color code #09232C, also known as Firefly, represents a dark, muted shade of teal or cyan. It is composed of 3.53% red, 13.73% green, and 17.25% blue. In the RGB color space, it is relatively low in all three primary colors, contributing to its darkness. Firefly has a calming and sophisticated aesthetic, often associated with depth, mystery, and tranquility. The color can be used to create a relaxing and inviting atmosphere. It's often used in design to evoke feelings of stability, trust, and reliability. Firefly has a subtle elegance, making it a versatile choice for a variety of applications.

The hex color #09232C, also known as Firefly, presents some accessibility challenges, primarily due to its dark nature. When used as a background color, it necessitates very light text (white or near-white) to ensure sufficient contrast for readability. According to WCAG guidelines, a contrast ratio of at least 4.5:1 is recommended for normal text and 3:1 for large text. Firefly, paired with darker shades, will likely fail these contrast tests, making it difficult for users with visual impairments to read content. When considering interactive elements like buttons or links, it's crucial to ensure sufficient contrast between the element's background, text, and hover/focus states. Providing alternative high-contrast themes or allowing users to customize colors can greatly improve accessibility for individuals with diverse visual needs.

Shades

Digital Color Formats

RGB
9 35 44
RGB9 35 44
Red
Green
Blue
HSL
195.43deg 66.04% 10.39%
195.4366.0410.39HSL
Hue
Saturation
Lightness
HWB
195.43deg 3.53% 82.75%
195.433.5382.75HWB
Hue
Whiteness
Blackness
hex#09232C
rgb9 35 44
hsl195.43deg 66.04% 10.39%
cmyk79.55% 20.45% 0% 82.75%
hwb195.43deg 3.53% 82.75%
xyz-d650.01 0.01 0.03
oklch0.2408 0.0357 224.19
oklab0.2408 -0.03 -0.02
CMYK
79.55% 20.45% 0% 82.75%
79.5520.45082.75CMYK
Cyan
Magenta
Yellow
Key
XYZ-d65
0.01 0.01 0.03
0.010.010.03XYZ
X
Y
Z
OKLCH
0.2408 0.0357 224.19
0.24080.0357224.19LCH
Lightness
Chroma
Hue
OKLAB
0.2408 -0.03 -0.02
0.2408-0.03-0.02LAB
Lightness
Green-Red
Blue-Yellow

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