Rangoon Green

#1C1A12

General Information about #1C1A12 (Rangoon Green)

The hex color #1C1A12, also known as Rangoon Green, is a dark, muted shade that evokes a sense of earthiness and sophistication. It falls within the green-brown color family, possessing low saturation and luminosity. In the RGB color model, it is composed of 11.0% red, 10.2% green, and 7.1% blue. This color finds application in various design contexts, including web design, graphic design, and interior decoration. Its subdued nature makes it suitable for backgrounds, accents, or text elements, depending on the overall aesthetic and contrast requirements. The hex code #1C1A12 represents a specific point in the color space, allowing for consistent and precise reproduction across digital platforms and print media. The color is named after Rangoon, the former capital of Myanmar, hinting at its potential association with Southeast Asian aesthetics or natural landscapes.

The color #1C1A12, also known as Rangoon Green, presents some accessibility challenges, particularly regarding contrast. When used as a background color, it necessitates careful selection of foreground text and elements to ensure sufficient contrast ratio as defined by WCAG guidelines. Standard text should ideally have a contrast ratio of at least 4.5:1, while large text requires a minimum of 3:1. Due to its dark and muted nature, lighter colors like whites, creams, or bright yellows are generally recommended for text. Also, use color contrast tools to verify that the color combinations meet accessibility standards. Visually, this color is suitable for individuals without visual impairments but may pose difficulties for users with low vision or color blindness if not used carefully. Consider providing alternative visual cues, such as icons or text labels, alongside color to ensure that important information is conveyed effectively to all users.

Shades

Digital Color Formats

RGB
28 26 18
RGB28 26 18
Red
Green
Blue
HSL
48 21.74% 9.02%
4821.749.02HSL
Hue
Saturation
Lightness
HWB
48 7.06% 89.02%
487.0689.02HWB
Hue
Whiteness
Blackness
hex#1C1A12
rgb28 26 18
hsl48 21.74% 9.02%
cmyk0% 7.14% 35.71% 89.02%
hwb48 7.06% 89.02%
xyz-d650.01 0.01 0.01
oklch0.2173 0.0152 95.69
oklab0.2173 0 0.02
CMYK
0% 7.14% 35.71% 89.02%
07.1435.7189.02CMYK
Cyan
Magenta
Yellow
Key
XYZ-d65
0.01 0.01 0.01
0.010.010.01XYZ
X
Y
Z
OKLCH
0.2173 0.0152 95.69
0.21730.015295.69LCH
Lightness
Chroma
Hue
OKLAB
0.2173 0 0.02
0.217300.02LAB
Lightness
Green–Red
Blue–Yellow

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