Mirage

#161A21

General Information about #161A21

The hex color #161A21, also known as Mirage, is a very dark, desaturated shade of blue-gray. In the RGB color model, it is composed of 8.63% red, 10.2% green, and 12.94% blue. Its primary characteristic is its depth and muted tone, making it a versatile color for various applications, especially in design contexts where a subtle, dark background is desired. The color is often associated with sophistication and understated elegance. Mirage’s darkness necessitates careful consideration of contrast when used with text or other visual elements to ensure readability and accessibility. This color works well with lighter colors to create balanced and visually appealing designs.

The hex color #161A21, also known as Mirage, presents significant accessibility challenges, especially when used for text or interactive elements. Its low luminance value results in poor contrast against lighter backgrounds, making it difficult for users with visual impairments to perceive content. To ensure accessibility, it is crucial to use sufficiently light text colors with a contrast ratio of at least 4.5:1, as recommended by WCAG guidelines. Consider pairing this dark shade with vibrant, light colors for backgrounds and interactive components to enhance visibility. Avoiding the use of #161A21 for critical information or elements is advisable to prevent usability issues. Thoroughly testing color combinations with accessibility tools is essential to guarantee a positive user experience for all individuals.

Shades

Digital Color Formats

RGB
22 26 33
RGB22 26 33
Red
Green
Blue
HSL
218.18 20% 10.78%
218.182010.78HSL
Hue
Saturation
Lightness
HWB
218.18 8.63% 87.06%
218.188.6387.06HWB
Hue
Whiteness
Blackness
hex#161A21
rgb22 26 33
hsl218.18 20% 10.78%
cmyk33.33% 21.21% 0% 87.06%
hwb218.18 8.63% 87.06%
xyz-d650.01 0.01 0.02
oklch0.2168 0.0151 261.64
oklab0.2168 0 -0.01
CMYK
33.33% 21.21% 0% 87.06%
33.3321.21087.06CMYK
Cyan
Magenta
Yellow
Key
XYZ-d65
0.01 0.01 0.02
0.010.010.02XYZ
X
Y
Z
OKLCH
0.2168 0.0151 261.64
0.21680.0151261.64LCH
Lightness
Chroma
Hue
OKLAB
0.2168 0 -0.01
0.21680-0.01LAB
Lightness
Green–Red
Blue–Yellow

Alternative colors

Applications

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