Charade

#292D34

General Information about #292D34

The hexadecimal color code #292D34, commonly referred to as 'Charade,' is a dark, muted shade of gray-brown. It belongs to the cool color family and evokes feelings of sophistication, neutrality, and understated elegance. In the RGB color model, it is composed of 16.08% red, 17.65% green, and 20.39% blue. The CMYK representation is 0.21 cyan, 0.14 magenta, 0.00 yellow, and 0.79 black. This color is often used in designs where a subtle, non-distracting background or accent is desired. It is suitable for creating a professional and modern aesthetic in various applications, ranging from web design to print media. Its understated nature allows other elements in the design to stand out without competing for attention.

The hex color #292d34, also known as Charade, presents some accessibility challenges. Due to its dark nature, it requires careful consideration when used for text or interactive elements. To ensure readability and usability, it is crucial to use it with sufficiently light foreground colors. A contrast ratio of at least 4.5:1 is recommended for normal text and 3:1 for large text, as per WCAG guidelines. When using this color as a background, be mindful of users with visual impairments who may struggle to distinguish elements with low contrast. Providing alternative themes or allowing users to customize colors can significantly improve accessibility. Additionally, avoid using this color for critical information without sufficient contrast, as it can render the content inaccessible to many users. Proper testing with accessibility tools and user feedback is essential to ensure inclusive design practices are followed.

Shades

Digital Color Formats

RGB
41 45 52
RGB41 45 52
Red
Green
Blue
HSL
218.18deg 11.83% 18.24%
218.1811.8318.24HSL
Hue
Saturation
Lightness
HWB
218.18deg 16.08% 79.61%
218.1816.0879.61HWB
Hue
Whiteness
Blackness
hex#292D34
rgb41 45 52
hsl218.18deg 11.83% 18.24%
cmyk21.15% 13.46% 0% 79.61%
hwb218.18deg 16.08% 79.61%
xyz-d650.02 0.03 0.04
oklch0.2961 0.014 261.73
oklab0.2961 0 -0.01
CMYK
21.15% 13.46% 0% 79.61%
21.1513.46079.61CMYK
Cyan
Magenta
Yellow
Key
XYZ-d65
0.02 0.03 0.04
0.020.030.04XYZ
X
Y
Z
OKLCH
0.2961 0.014 261.73
0.29610.014261.73LCH
Lightness
Chroma
Hue
OKLAB
0.2961 0 -0.01
0.29610-0.01LAB
Lightness
Green-Red
Blue-Yellow

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