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鲛青

#87723E
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Earth Element
Late Summer · Center · Stability & Nourishment
Secondary Color (间色)

Cultural Resonance

A traditional Chinese color with historical roots. Modern nomenclature.

A secondary color derived from blending primary colors, commonly seen in folk clothing and daily life.

Five Elements

Element
Earth
Season
Late Summer
Direction
Center
Symbolism
Virtue & Inclusiveness
Color Class
Secondary Color (间色)
Category
Brown

Technical Specs

HEX#87723E
RGB135, 114, 62
HSL43°, 37%, 39%
CMYK35%, 44%, 80%, 30%

Visual Analysis

A medium-dark amber tone (H:43° S:37% L:39%) that is moderately saturated, composed. It carries the warmth of earthenware, offering a distinctive presence in any palette.

Color Harmonies

Complementary
#87723E
#3F5488
Triadic
#87723E
#3F8873
#733F88
Analogous
#884F3F
#87723E
#78883F
Split-Complementary
#87723E
#3F7888
#4F3F88
Tint & Shade
#473A1A
#87723E
#B3A37A

Design Applications

Brand & Identity

"鲛青" is particularly suited for organic food, wellness, and artisanal crafts. Its specific tonal character (H:43° S:37%) creates a distinctive brand identity that stands apart from generic color choices.

Interior & Spatial

In spatial design, this specific shade excels in sunlit kitchens and creative studios. At 39% lightness, it balances visibility and subtlety — ideal for body text containers, sidebar accents, or secondary backgrounds.

Digital & UI

In digital interfaces, consider using "鲛青" for highlight labels, progress indicators, and warm gradients. At 39% lightness, it balances visibility and subtlety — ideal for body text containers, sidebar accents, or secondary backgrounds.

Accessibility — WCAG Contrast

White Text Sample
The quick brown fox jumps.
4.66:1
AA AAA
Black Text Sample
The quick brown fox jumps.
4.51:1
AA AAA

WCAG 2.1 requires ≥4.5:1 for AA and ≥7:1 for AAA. Best text color: white (#FFF).

Color Psychology

Color Temperature

Warm-toned (hue 43°), triggers energy and action. Warm colors advance visually, making elements feel prominent.

Visual Weight

Mid-range lightness (39%) creates balanced presence — works for text and interactive elements.

Saturation Impact

Moderate saturation (37%) balances engagement and comfort for extended viewing.

Color Breakdown

Hue43°
Saturation37%
Lightness39%
Print Values (CMYK)
C35%
M44%
Y80%
K30%

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