Rangoon Green

General Information about Rangoon Green

Rangoon Green, represented by the hexadecimal color code #1F1D15, is a dark, muted shade of green leaning towards olive. It evokes feelings of nature, earthiness, and sophistication. In the RGB color model, it is composed of approximately 12.2% red, 11.4% green, and 8.2% blue. The CMYK values are approximately 0% cyan, 7% magenta, 33% yellow, and 88% black. This color is often associated with luxury brands and products, as it suggests understated elegance and natural harmony. In design, Rangoon Green works best when paired with complementary or contrasting colors to create visual interest and balance.

The color #1F1D15, a dark, muted shade of green, presents significant accessibility challenges, particularly concerning color contrast. When used as text against a white background, or vice versa, it may fail to meet WCAG (Web Content Accessibility Guidelines) standards for contrast ratio. This can make content difficult or impossible for users with visual impairments to read. To improve accessibility, consider pairing #1F1D15 with significantly lighter colors such as light yellows or creams for text, or very dark colors for backgrounds. Tools like WebAIM's contrast checker can help ensure sufficient contrast. Furthermore, avoid relying solely on color to convey important information; use text labels or icons to supplement visual cues. When using this color for interactive elements like buttons, ensure that hover and focus states have sufficient contrast to indicate interactivity.

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Applications

• Web Design

  In web design, #1F1D15 can be used for creating a sophisticated and earthy aesthetic. It's particularly suitable for backgrounds in websites related to nature, sustainability, or luxury goods. When incorporating this color, it is essential to use sufficient padding and white space to ensure readability, especially if text is placed directly over the colored area. Use a lighter tint of grey or a cream color to ensure readability and contrast. This color also can be used for UI elements that aren't meant to be visually prominent.

• Interior Design

  In interior design, Rangoon Green can serve as an accent color to bring a touch of nature and depth to a space. It works well in combination with natural materials like wood and stone. Use it for walls in living rooms or bedrooms with a sophisticated aesthetic. Consider lighter tints for the ceiling to open up the space. Incorporate in furniture to add depth to the overall palette of the space.

• Fashion

  In fashion, Rangoon Green can be incorporated into garments and accessories to give a sophisticated and earthy look. Consider incorporating this into outerwear items that work with other neutral colors. Rangoon green also works with jewellery items with warm color pallets, gold and rose gold particularly.

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