Lochmara

#008BCA

General Information about #008BCA

The hexadecimal color #008BCA, often referred to as Lochmara, is a vibrant shade of cyan-blue. It is composed of 0% red, 54.5% green, and 79.2% blue. In the RGB color space, it is a prominent and recognizable color. This hue is frequently associated with feelings of calmness, trustworthiness, and stability, making it a popular choice for various applications. Its versatility allows it to be used in many different design contexts, from web design to branding and beyond. The color's CMYK values are C:100 M:31 Y:0 K:21, and its HSL values are H:199 S:100 L:39. The Lochmara hue is part of the cyan color family and is often compared to lighter shades of blue and turquoise. It can also be used as an accent color for designs that seek to evoke a sense of professionalism.

The hex color #008BCA, also known as Lochmara, presents some accessibility considerations for web development. Its relatively low luminance means it may not provide sufficient contrast against lighter backgrounds, potentially making text or interactive elements difficult for users with visual impairments to discern. According to WCAG guidelines, sufficient contrast is crucial for readability. A contrast ratio of at least 4.5:1 is recommended for standard text and 3:1 for large text. When using #008BCA for text, careful selection of a background color is necessary to ensure accessibility. Testing with accessibility tools is recommended to verify compliance with WCAG standards. Consider using color contrast analyzers to check the contrast ratio between this color and your background choices. When using this color as a background, be mindful of text and other visual elements' colors to ensure they meet accessibility requirements.

Shades

Digital Color Formats

RGB
0 139 202
RGB0 139 202
Red
Green
Blue
HSL
198.71deg 100% 39.61%
198.7110039.61HSL
Hue
Saturation
Lightness
HWB
198.71deg 0% 20.78%
198.71020.78HWB
Hue
Whiteness
Blackness
hex#008BCA
rgb0 139 202
hsl198.71deg 100% 39.61%
cmyk100% 31.19% 0% 20.78%
hwb198.71deg 0% 20.78%
xyz-d650.2 0.23 0.59
oklch0.6059 0.1366 239.06
oklab0.6059 -0.07 -0.12
CMYK
100% 31.19% 0% 20.78%
10031.19020.78CMYK
Cyan
Magenta
Yellow
Key
XYZ-d65
0.2 0.23 0.59
0.20.230.59XYZ
X
Y
Z
OKLCH
0.6059 0.1366 239.06
0.60590.1366239.06LCH
Lightness
Chroma
Hue
OKLAB
0.6059 -0.07 -0.12
0.6059-0.07-0.12LAB
Lightness
Green-Red
Blue-Yellow

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