Is Lagoon (#007A78) accessible for digital body text?

Against a pure white background (#FFFFFF), #007A78 achieves a contrast ratio of 5.18:1 (Passing WCAG AA normal text). Against a dark slate background (#0F172A), it achieves a contrast ratio of 3.45:1 (Failing WCAG AA normal text).

Which color harmonies pair best with Lagoon?

The exact complementary color for #007A78 is #7A0002. For analogous pairings, use #007A3B and #003F7A. You can explore these combinations further in our Color Harmony Generator.

Color Directory/Lagoon

Lagoon (#007A78)

Q: What are the exact digital and print color codes for Lagoon (#007A78)?

Lagoon has the HEX code #007A78. In RGB color coordinates, its values are 0, 122, 120. In HSL, it is 179°, 100%, 24%. In CMYK print values, it corresponds to C:100% M:0% Y:2% K:52%.

Luminance: 15% · Nearest standard name: Lagoon

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LAGOON

#007A78

rgb(0, 122, 120) · hsl(179°, 100%, 24%)

HEX#007A78

RGB0, 122, 120

HSL179°, 100%, 24%

HSV / HSB179°, 100%, 48%

CMYK (Print)100%, 0%, 2%, 52%

Color Harmonies

Complementary

#007A78#7A0002

Analogous

#007A3B#007A78#003F7A

Triadic

#007A78#78007A#7A7800

Tints & Shades

Lighter Tints

Darker Shades

WCAG 2.2 Contrast Verification

Against White (#FFFFFF)5.18:1

Sample text rendered with #007A78 on white

AA Normal: PASSAA Large: PASS

Against Dark (#0F172A)3.45:1

Sample text rendered with #007A78 on dark

AA Normal: FAILAA Large: PASS

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Comprehensive Color Profile & Design Architecture

The Complete Color Guide to Lagoon (#007A78)

Lagoon (#007A78) is a distinct shade within the Cyan chromatic spectrum. Characterized by an optical luminance of 15% and a cool color temperature, this tone plays a vital role across web applications, brand identities, and editorial typography. Discover its mathematical harmonies, accessibility metrics, UI engineering roles, and front-end code tokens.

Technical Colorimetry & Coordinate Breakdown

Exact mathematical values across digital display, print press, and human perceptual spaces.

HEX Code#007A78

RGB Space0, 122, 120

HSL Values179°, 100%, 24%

HSV / HSB179°, 100%, 48%

CMYK Ink100%, 0%, 2%, 52%

TemperatureCool

Optical Color Harmony Formulas for Lagoon

Geometric intervals calculated from #007A78 on the 360-degree color wheel.

Direct Polar (180°)#7A0002

Complementary Harmony

Pairs Lagoon with its polar opposite (#7A0002) to create maximum optical contrast, perfect for high-converting call-to-action buttons.

Adjacent (±30°)#007A3B · #003F7A

Analogous Harmony

Positions adjacent neighboring hues on either side of Lagoon for serene, gentle, and organic visual transitions.

Split Angles (150° / 210°)#7A003F · #7A3B00

Split-Complementary

Uses the two colors flanking the direct complement of Lagoon, offering rich visual variety without harsh chromatic vibration.

Triangular (120°)#78007A · #7A7800

Triadic Harmony

Forms an equilateral triangle on the color wheel, generating playful, dynamic energy when balanced against a neutral background.

Rectangular (90°)#3B007A · #7A0002 · #3F7A00

Tetradic (Square) Harmony

A rich four-color scheme combining two complementary pairs, ideal for complex dashboards, gaming HUDs, and multi-tier charts.

Interactive Exploration

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The 60-30-10 UI Implementation Role for Lagoon

Recommended proportional volume and semantic interface assignment.

Recommended Assignment: Interactive Brand Accent (10% Volume)

With a saturation of 100% and lightness of 24%, Lagoon (#007A78) acts as an attention-grabbing focal point. In user interfaces, reserve it for primary CTA buttons, active state indicators, and notification badges to draw user clicks immediately.

Light Mode SurfaceIdeal for buttons and badges

Dark Mode AdaptationOptimal dark canvas backdrop

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Color Psychology & Industry Alignment

Strategic cognitive triggers and target sector recommendations.

Cognitive & Emotional Perception

Blends the freshness of green with the serene trust of blue. Inspires crisp clarity, modern innovation, and refreshing agility.

Optimal Industry Verticals

Bio-Tech, Digital Telecommunications, Modern SaaS, Productivity Apps. Combining Lagoon with intentional neutral whitespace reinforces authority and conversion clarity.

Production Code Tokens for Lagoon

Drop-in design system tokens for CSS, Tailwind CSS, and SCSS.

CSS Custom Properties (:root)Vanilla CSS

:root {
  --color-007a78: #007A78;
  --color-007a78-rgb: 0, 122, 120;
  --color-007a78-hsl: 179deg 100% 24%;
}

tailwind.config.jsTailwind CSS

module.exports = {
  theme: {
    extend: {
      colors: {
        '007a78': '#007A78',
      }
    }
  }
};

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Frequently Asked Questions About Lagoon (#007A78)

Authoritative answers covering Lagoon color codes, WCAG contrast compliance, and UI design systems.

What are the exact digital and print color codes for Lagoon (#007A78)?

Lagoon is defined by the HEX code #007A78. Its digital screen RGB coordinates are R:0, G:122, B:120. Its cylindrical HSL values are Hue:179°, Saturation:100%, Lightness:24%. In HSV/HSB format, it is 179°, 100%, 48%. For four-color CMYK process printing, its ink percentages are C:100%, M:0%, Y:2%, K:52%.

Does Lagoon (#007A78) pass WCAG 2.2 accessibility standards for text readability?

Against a pure white (#FFFFFF) background, Lagoon achieves a contrast ratio of 5.18:1 (Passing WCAG AA for normal body text, and Passing for large headings). Against dark slate (#0F172A), it achieves a contrast ratio of 3.45:1 (Failing WCAG AA).

What is the direct complementary color for Lagoon (#007A78)?

The exact 180-degree optical complementary color for #007A78 is #7A0002. When placed side-by-side, #007A78 and #7A0002 create maximum visual tension and high click-through conversion rates.

What is the recommended role for Lagoon in the 60-30-10 UI design rule?

How can I copy and export Lagoon into Tailwind CSS and CSS variables?

You can define Lagoon in CSS custom properties as ':root { --color-custom: #007A78; }' or paste it into your 'tailwind.config.js' file under 'theme.extend.colors'. You can also generate full palettes containing Lagoon using our interactive Color Palette Generator.

Which color family does Lagoon (#007A78) belong to?

Lagoon belongs to the Cyan family (Cool spectrum). You can explore full tonal ramps and curated palettes in our Cyan Color Guide.