Elephant

#163D42

General Information about #163D42

#163D42, often referred to as 'Elephant', is a dark, muted shade of greenish-blue. In the RGB color model, it is composed of 8.63% red, 23.92% green, and 25.88% blue. The corresponding CMYK values are 0.67, 0.07, 0.00, 0.74. Its hexadecimal representation, #163D42, is commonly used in web design and digital applications to specify this particular hue. This color evokes a sense of calmness, stability, and sophistication, making it a popular choice for backgrounds, accents, and text elements. It is similar to other dark cyan and teal shades, but has a unique identity.

The color #163D42, also known as Elephant, presents specific accessibility considerations, particularly for users with visual impairments. Its low luminance value makes it a dark color, necessitating careful pairing with lighter text or foreground elements to ensure sufficient contrast. A contrast ratio of at least 4.5:1 is recommended for compliance with WCAG AA standards, while a ratio of 7:1 is preferred for WCAG AAA compliance. Without adequate contrast, users may struggle to differentiate text from the background, leading to a diminished user experience. Moreover, relying solely on color to convey critical information is discouraged; supplementary cues, such as text labels or icons, should be employed to accommodate individuals with color vision deficiencies. Thoroughly testing color combinations with accessibility tools and diverse user groups is crucial to guarantee inclusive design.

Shades

Digital Color Formats

RGB
22 61 66
RGB22 61 66
Red
Green
Blue
HSL
186.82deg 50% 17.25%
186.825017.25HSL
Hue
Saturation
Lightness
HWB
186.82deg 8.63% 74.12%
186.828.6374.12HWB
Hue
Whiteness
Blackness
hex#163D42
rgb22 61 66
hsl186.82deg 50% 17.25%
cmyk66.67% 7.58% 0% 74.12%
hwb186.82deg 8.63% 74.12%
xyz-d650.03 0.04 0.06
oklch0.3346 0.0443 206.79
oklab0.3346 -0.04 -0.02
CMYK
66.67% 7.58% 0% 74.12%
66.677.58074.12CMYK
Cyan
Magenta
Yellow
Key
XYZ-d65
0.03 0.04 0.06
0.030.040.06XYZ
X
Y
Z
OKLCH
0.3346 0.0443 206.79
0.33460.0443206.79LCH
Lightness
Chroma
Hue
OKLAB
0.3346 -0.04 -0.02
0.3346-0.04-0.02LAB
Lightness
Green-Red
Blue-Yellow

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