Rangoon Green

#1A1A1C

General Information about #1A1A1C

The hexadecimal color code #1A1A1C represents a dark shade of green, often referred to as Rangoon Green. It is composed of 10.2% red, 10.2% green, and 11% blue. In the RGB color model, this translates to 26 red, 26 green, and 28 blue. The color sits within a relatively narrow range in the color spectrum, resulting in its muted appearance. This color is often associated with sophistication, subtlety, and a sense of understated elegance. It is favored in designs where a dark, neutral background is desired, offering a more visually interesting alternative to plain black or gray. The relative closeness of the RGB values gives the color a near-monochromatic quality, making it versatile for various applications.

The color #1A1A1C, a dark, muted shade of green, presents some accessibility challenges, particularly concerning color contrast. When used as a background color, it requires light-colored text to ensure sufficient contrast for readability. A contrast ratio of at least 4.5:1 is recommended for standard text and 3:1 for large text to meet WCAG (Web Content Accessibility Guidelines) AA standards. Using a color contrast checker is essential to verify compliance. Moreover, avoid relying solely on color to convey important information, as users with color vision deficiencies may not be able to distinguish it effectively. Consider providing alternative cues like text labels or icons to enhance usability for all users. This dark color should also be used sparingly for decorative purposes to not distract from the main content. When using the color for interactive elements, ensure sufficient visual distinction from surrounding elements to help users recognize interactability.

Shades

Digital Color Formats

RGB
26 26 28
RGB26 26 28
Red
Green
Blue
HSL
240 3.7% 10.59%
2403.710.59HSL
Hue
Saturation
Lightness
HWB
240 10.2% 89.02%
24010.289.02HWB
Hue
Whiteness
Blackness
hex#1A1A1C
rgb26 26 28
hsl240 3.7% 10.59%
cmyk7.14% 7.14% 0% 89.02%
hwb240 10.2% 89.02%
xyz-d650.01 0.01 0.01
oklch0.2186 0.0039 285.99
oklab0.2186 0 0
CMYK
7.14% 7.14% 0% 89.02%
7.147.14089.02CMYK
Cyan
Magenta
Yellow
Key
XYZ-d65
0.01 0.01 0.01
0.010.010.01XYZ
X
Y
Z
OKLCH
0.2186 0.0039 285.99
0.21860.0039285.99LCH
Lightness
Chroma
Hue
OKLAB
0.2186 0 0
0.218600LAB
Lightness
Green–Red
Blue–Yellow

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