Eternity

#221712

General Information about #221712

The hexadecimal color code #221712, also known as 'Eternity,' is a dark, muted shade that falls within the brown color family. It is composed of 13.33% red, 9.02% green, and 7.06% blue. In the RGB color space, it translates to R:34, G:23, B:18. The CMYK representation is C:0, M:0.32, Y:0.47, K:0.87, meaning it's largely composed of black with subtle additions of magenta and yellow to create its earthy tone. This color evokes feelings of warmth, grounding, and sophistication. Its subdued nature makes it versatile for various applications, particularly where a subtle, elegant touch is desired. Due to the low level of blue within the hex code, this color has a very natural and warm look to it.

The hex color #221712, often referred to as Eternity, presents significant accessibility challenges due to its low luminance. Its dark nature results in very low contrast against standard light backgrounds, which can make text and interactive elements difficult to read for users, especially those with visual impairments. To ensure inclusivity, it is crucial to use this color sparingly and to pair it with significantly lighter colors for text or interactive components. A contrast ratio of at least 4.5:1 is recommended for normal text and 3:1 for large text, as per WCAG guidelines. Careful consideration of color combinations is essential to provide an accessible and user-friendly experience. Tools for checking color contrast are readily available online to help designers and developers make informed decisions. Providing sufficient contrast helps ensure that content is perceivable and usable by a wide range of users.

Shades

Digital Color Formats

RGB
34 23 18
RGB34 23 18
Red
Green
Blue
HSL
18.75deg 30.77% 10.2%
18.7530.7710.2HSL
Hue
Saturation
Lightness
HWB
18.75deg 7.06% 86.67%
18.757.0686.67HWB
Hue
Whiteness
Blackness
hex#221712
rgb34 23 18
hsl18.75deg 30.77% 10.2%
cmyk0% 32.35% 47.06% 86.67%
hwb18.75deg 7.06% 86.67%
xyz-d650.01 0.01 0.01
oklch0.2169 0.0203 45.51
oklab0.2169 0.01 0.01
CMYK
0% 32.35% 47.06% 86.67%
032.3547.0686.67CMYK
Cyan
Magenta
Yellow
Key
XYZ-d65
0.01 0.01 0.01
0.010.010.01XYZ
X
Y
Z
OKLCH
0.2169 0.0203 45.51
0.21690.020345.51LCH
Lightness
Chroma
Hue
OKLAB
0.2169 0.01 0.01
0.21690.010.01LAB
Lightness
Green-Red
Blue-Yellow

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