Mirage

#171B23

General Information about Mirage (#171B23)

The hex color #171B23, often referred to as 'Mirage', is a dark, muted shade that belongs to the family of black and dark grays. In the RGB color model, it consists of 9.02% red, 10.59% green, and 13.73% blue. The perceived coolness of the color originates from its relatively higher blue component. In the world of color psychology, such dark and muted colors are often associated with sophistication, elegance, and stability. In web design and graphic arts, Mirage can be used to create a sense of depth and seriousness. However, care must be taken to ensure sufficient contrast with lighter elements to maintain readability and accessibility.

The hex color #171B23, also known as Mirage, presents some accessibility challenges, especially concerning color contrast. When using this color for text or interactive elements, it's crucial to ensure sufficient contrast with the background to meet WCAG (Web Content Accessibility Guidelines) standards. A contrast ratio of at least 4.5:1 is recommended for normal text and 3:1 for large text. Using a color contrast checker is essential to verify compliance. Consider pairing this dark shade with much lighter colors for optimal readability. Also, avoid relying solely on color to convey information; use text labels or icons as additional cues to accommodate users with color vision deficiencies. Thoughtful design choices will ensure a more inclusive experience for all users, regardless of their visual abilities. Proper testing and validation are key to achieving accessibility goals.

Shades

Digital Color Formats

RGB
23 27 35
RGB23 27 35
Red
Green
Blue
HSL
220deg 20.69% 11.37%
22020.6911.37HSL
Hue
Saturation
Lightness
HWB
220deg 9.02% 86.27%
2209.0286.27HWB
Hue
Whiteness
Blackness
hex#171B23
rgb23 27 35
hsl220deg 20.69% 11.37%
cmyk34.29% 22.86% 0% 86.27%
hwb220deg 9.02% 86.27%
xyz-d650.01 0.01 0.02
oklch0.2217 0.0169 264.16
oklab0.2217 0 -0.02
CMYK
34.29% 22.86% 0% 86.27%
34.2922.86086.27CMYK
Cyan
Magenta
Yellow
Key
XYZ-d65
0.01 0.01 0.02
0.010.010.02XYZ
X
Y
Z
OKLCH
0.2217 0.0169 264.16
0.22170.0169264.16LCH
Lightness
Chroma
Hue
OKLAB
0.2217 0 -0.02
0.22170-0.02LAB
Lightness
Green-Red
Blue-Yellow

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