Outer Space

#2E442C

General Information about #2E442C

The hexadecimal color code #2E442C represents a dark shade of green, often referred to as 'Outer Space' in color naming conventions. It is composed of 18.04% red, 26.67% green, and 17.25% blue. In the RGB color model, this translates to 46 red, 68 green, and 44 blue. The color falls within the muted, earthy tones, lending it a sense of sophistication and naturalism. Colors similar to #2E442C are often associated with stability, growth, and the environment. This particular shade can evoke feelings of calm and groundedness. Its versatility makes it suitable for a wide range of design applications. The color has a subtle complexity arising from the interplay of its red, green and blue components.

The hex color #2E442C, also known as Outer Space, presents some accessibility challenges, especially when used as a foreground color against a similarly dark background. Its low luminance can make it difficult for users with visual impairments to read text or distinguish elements. Web developers should ensure a sufficient contrast ratio, ideally meeting WCAG (Web Content Accessibility Guidelines) standards of 4.5:1 for normal text and 3:1 for large text. Using color contrast tools can help verify compliance. Consider pairing #2E442C with lighter colors for improved readability. Additionally, provide alternative cues like icons or text descriptions to convey information for users who may not be able to perceive the color difference effectively. Testing with various color blindness simulators is crucial to ensure usability for all users.

Shades

Digital Color Formats

RGB
46 68 44
RGB46 68 44
Red
Green
Blue
HSL
115deg 21.43% 21.96%
11521.4321.96HSL
Hue
Saturation
Lightness
HWB
115deg 17.25% 73.33%
11517.2573.33HWB
Hue
Whiteness
Blackness
hex#2E442C
rgb46 68 44
hsl115deg 21.43% 21.96%
cmyk32.35% 0% 35.29% 73.33%
hwb115deg 17.25% 73.33%
xyz-d650.04 0.05 0.03
oklch0.3608 0.049 142.52
oklab0.3608 -0.04 0.03
CMYK
32.35% 0% 35.29% 73.33%
32.35035.2973.33CMYK
Cyan
Magenta
Yellow
Key
XYZ-d65
0.04 0.05 0.03
0.040.050.03XYZ
X
Y
Z
OKLCH
0.3608 0.049 142.52
0.36080.049142.52LCH
Lightness
Chroma
Hue
OKLAB
0.3608 -0.04 0.03
0.3608-0.040.03LAB
Lightness
Green-Red
Blue-Yellow

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