Mikado

#292914

General Information about #292914

The hex color code #292914 represents a dark shade of yellow-brown, often described as a deep, muted olive or a dark khaki. It falls within the range of earth tones and conveys a sense of warmth, stability, and naturalness. In the RGB color model, #292914 is composed of 16.08% red, 16.08% green, and 7.84% blue. This combination results in a color that is subdued and relatively desaturated. The color is also known as Mikado. Colors similar to #292914 might include dark browns, olives, or muted yellows. It is often used to evoke a feeling of earthiness and is frequently found in designs related to nature, vintage aesthetics, or rustic themes. The color is a great alternative to black.

The color #292914, a deep, muted yellow-brown, presents significant accessibility challenges, particularly concerning contrast. When used as text against a white background, it fails to meet WCAG (Web Content Accessibility Guidelines) AA standards for contrast ratio. Individuals with low vision may struggle to distinguish the text from the background, leading to a poor user experience. Similarly, when used as a background color, sufficient contrast with foreground elements is crucial. To enhance accessibility, consider pairing #292914 with much lighter shades like #f0e68c or brighter colors from a different hue. Alternatively, using a darker shade as the text color on a #292914 background can improve readability. Thoroughly testing color combinations with accessibility tools is essential to ensure that content is perceivable for all users, including those with visual impairments. Avoid using #292914 for crucial interactive elements like buttons or links without ensuring high contrast, as this can severely impact usability.

Shades

Digital Color Formats

RGB
41 41 20
RGB41 41 20
Red
Green
Blue
HSL
60deg 34.43% 11.96%
6034.4311.96HSL
Hue
Saturation
Lightness
HWB
60deg 7.84% 83.92%
607.8483.92HWB
Hue
Whiteness
Blackness
hex#292914
rgb41 41 20
hsl60deg 34.43% 11.96%
cmyk0% 0% 51.22% 83.92%
hwb60deg 7.84% 83.92%
xyz-d650.02 0.02 0.01
oklch0.2748 0.0351 108.53
oklab0.2748 -0.01 0.03
CMYK
0% 0% 51.22% 83.92%
0051.2283.92CMYK
Cyan
Magenta
Yellow
Key
XYZ-d65
0.02 0.02 0.01
0.020.020.01XYZ
X
Y
Z
OKLCH
0.2748 0.0351 108.53
0.27480.0351108.53LCH
Lightness
Chroma
Hue
OKLAB
0.2748 -0.01 0.03
0.2748-0.010.03LAB
Lightness
Green-Red
Blue-Yellow

Alternative colors

Applications

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