Shark

#2A2725

General Information about #2A2725 (Shark)

The hexadecimal color #2A2725, commonly referred to as 'Shark,' is a dark, muted shade of gray-brown. In the RGB color model, it is composed of 16.47% red, 15.29% green, and 14.51% blue. This color is frequently associated with sophistication, neutrality, and understated elegance. It finds applications in various design fields, ranging from web design to interior decor, where its versatility makes it a popular choice. Shark provides a calming and grounding effect, which can be useful in creating balanced and harmonious visual compositions. It can also be used in branding to convey a sense of seriousness and trustworthiness, making it suitable for companies that want to project stability and reliability.

The color #2A2725, also known as Shark, presents some accessibility challenges due to its dark nature. When used as a background color, it necessitates very light text to ensure sufficient contrast for readability. According to WCAG guidelines, the contrast ratio between text and background should be at least 4.5:1 for normal text and 3:1 for large text. When using #2A2725, careful consideration must be given to the text color choice to meet these standards. It's advisable to use contrast checking tools to verify compliance. Additionally, providing alternative styling options for users who may have visual impairments, such as allowing them to adjust the color scheme, can greatly improve accessibility. Avoid using #2A2725 for critical information or interactive elements without ensuring sufficient contrast.

Shades

Digital Color Formats

RGB
42 39 37
RGB42 39 37
Red
Green
Blue
HSL
24 6.33% 15.49%
246.3315.49HSL
Hue
Saturation
Lightness
HWB
24 14.51% 83.53%
2414.5183.53HWB
Hue
Whiteness
Blackness
hex#2A2725
rgb42 39 37
hsl24 6.33% 15.49%
cmyk0% 7.14% 11.9% 83.53%
hwb24 14.51% 83.53%
xyz-d650.02 0.02 0.02
oklch0.2752 0.0057 55.97
oklab0.2752 0 0
CMYK
0% 7.14% 11.9% 83.53%
07.1411.983.53CMYK
Cyan
Magenta
Yellow
Key
XYZ-d65
0.02 0.02 0.02
0.020.020.02XYZ
X
Y
Z
OKLCH
0.2752 0.0057 55.97
0.27520.005755.97LCH
Lightness
Chroma
Hue
OKLAB
0.2752 0 0
0.275200LAB
Lightness
Green–Red
Blue–Yellow

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