Green Waterloo
General Information about #121506
The hexadecimal color #121506, also known as Green Waterloo, is a very dark shade of green. It is composed of 7.1% red, 8.2% green, and 2.4% blue. In the RGB color space, it has values of R:18, G:21, B:6. In the CMYK color space, its values are C:0.14, M:0.00, Y:0.71, K:0.92. This color is perceived as a very dark, muted tone. Due to its low luminance and saturation, it is often associated with feelings of darkness, calmness, and subtlety. In design, it should be used cautiously, especially for text, because of its low contrast against light backgrounds. It might be more appropriate as a background color or as an accent color when paired with much lighter shades to maintain readability and visual interest.
The color #121506, a deep, muted green, presents significant accessibility challenges. Its low luminance value of approximately 1% means that text rendered in this color against a standard white background will have extremely poor contrast. According to WCAG guidelines, the contrast ratio would be far below the minimum requirement of 4.5:1 for normal text and 3:1 for large text. This makes it difficult for users, especially those with visual impairments, to read the content. To improve accessibility, consider using a much lighter color for the text or a lighter shade of green for the background. Alternatively, implementing a color contrast checker during the design process will help ensure sufficient contrast for readability. Avoid using this color for critical information or interactive elements without careful consideration of the contrast.
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Website Background
This color is suitable for creating a dark and mysterious atmosphere in a website design. Use it sparingly for backgrounds or accents to evoke a sense of sophistication and exclusivity. However, always ensure sufficient contrast with foreground elements to maintain readability and accessibility. Consider pairing it with lighter, complementary colors to balance the darkness and create visual interest. It could also be used as a base for a dark theme, suitable for night-time reading or for users who prefer low-light interfaces.
Fashion and apparel
This color is useful in fashion when it wants to convey a dark or mysterious theme. Think of dark elegant clothes and in accessories as a tint for shoes or bags.
Interior design
This colour is very suitable for interior design in rooms where you want a very calm and dark atmosphere. For example, for bedrooms that are used for sleeping or reading rooms to improve focus.