Allports

#00799B

About the Color #00799B (Allports)

The hexadecimal color #00799b, commonly known as Allports, is a captivating blend of blue and cyan, characterized by its muted yet vibrant presence. In the RGB color model, it consists of 0% red, 47.5% green, and 61.2% blue. This composition places it firmly within the cyan-blue spectrum, creating a color that evokes feelings of calmness, trust, and stability. Allports is often associated with water, sky, and open spaces, making it a popular choice in branding and design projects that seek to convey a sense of reliability and serenity. Its understated elegance makes it suitable for a variety of applications, from corporate websites to interior design, offering a versatile and timeless appeal. The color's unique balance ensures it stands out without being overly assertive.

The hex color #00799b, also known as Allports, presents moderate accessibility considerations. Its contrast ratio against white (#ffffff) is approximately 4.5:1, meeting the minimum AA standard for normal text size according to WCAG guidelines. However, against darker backgrounds like black (#000000), the contrast is significantly lower, failing to meet accessibility standards. Web developers should carefully consider the color pairings when using #00799b. It's advisable to use it with light backgrounds or to adjust the color by lightening it slightly to improve contrast. Testing the color combination with accessibility tools is essential to ensure readability for users with visual impairments. Providing alternative color schemes for users who require them further enhances accessibility. Developers should also avoid using this color as the sole indicator for interactive elements, as color blindness can affect its perception.

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Digital Color Formats

RGB
0 121 155
RGB0 121 155
Red
Green
Blue
HSL
193.16deg 100% 30.39%
193.1610030.39HSL
Hue
Saturation
Lightness
HWB
193.16deg 0% 39.22%
193.16039.22HWB
Hue
Whiteness
Blackness
hex#00799B
rgb0 121 155
hsl193.16deg 100% 30.39%
cmyk100% 21.94% 0% 39.22%
hwb193.16deg 0% 39.22%
xyz-d650.13 0.16 0.33
oklch0.5366 0.1027 226.11
oklab0.5366 -0.07 -0.07
CMYK
100% 21.94% 0% 39.22%
10021.94039.22CMYK
Cyan
Magenta
Yellow
Key
XYZ-d65
0.13 0.16 0.33
0.130.160.33XYZ
X
Y
Z
OKLCH
0.5366 0.1027 226.11
0.53660.1027226.11LCH
Lightness
Chroma
Hue
OKLAB
0.5366 -0.07 -0.07
0.5366-0.07-0.07LAB
Lightness
Green-Red
Blue-Yellow

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