Gordons Green

#0A1006

General Information about Gordons Green

The hexadecimal color #0A1006, also known as Gordon's Green, is a very dark shade of green, almost black. It belongs to the green color family but has a very low luminance, which means it appears quite dark to the human eye. In the RGB color model, it is composed of 3.92% red, 6.27% green, and 2.35% blue. The color is often associated with nature, earthiness, and sophistication. Due to its dark nature, it's not frequently used as a primary color but rather as an accent color or a background in designs aiming to create a sense of depth and richness. The color name suggests a connection to a person or place, adding a touch of historical or personal significance to its perception. Gordon's Green is a subtle and refined color choice.

The hex color #0A1006, also known as Gordon's Green, presents significant accessibility challenges due to its very low luminance. Its dark nature results in poor contrast against lighter backgrounds, which is crucial for readability and usability. Web developers should avoid using this color for text or interactive elements without careful consideration. A light foreground color is mandatory to ensure sufficient contrast. According to WCAG guidelines, a contrast ratio of at least 4.5:1 is recommended for standard text and 3:1 for large text. #0A1006 likely fails to meet these requirements against typical background colors. To improve accessibility, consider using lighter shades of green or pairing it with high-contrast colors like white or yellow. Tools like contrast checkers can help evaluate the color combination and ensure compliance with accessibility standards, preventing usability issues for users with visual impairments.

Shades

Digital Color Formats

RGB
10 16 6
RGB10 16 6
Red
Green
Blue
HSL
96 45.45% 4.31%
9645.454.31HSL
Hue
Saturation
Lightness
HWB
96 2.35% 93.73%
962.3593.73HWB
Hue
Whiteness
Blackness
hex#0A1006
rgb10 16 6
hsl96 45.45% 4.31%
cmyk37.5% 0% 62.5% 93.73%
hwb96 2.35% 93.73%
xyz-d650 0 0
oklch0.1629 0.0232 132.51
oklab0.1629 -0.02 0.02
CMYK
37.5% 0% 62.5% 93.73%
37.5062.593.73CMYK
Cyan
Magenta
Yellow
Key
XYZ-d65
0 0 0
000XYZ
X
Y
Z
OKLCH
0.1629 0.0232 132.51
0.16290.0232132.51LCH
Lightness
Chroma
Hue
OKLAB
0.1629 -0.02 0.02
0.1629-0.020.02LAB
Lightness
Green–Red
Blue–Yellow

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