Smalt

#01349A

General Information about Smalt (#01349A)

The hexadecimal color #01349A, often referred to as Smalt, is a deep, saturated blue hue. It falls within the range of dark blues and is composed of 0.4% red, 20.4% green, and 60.4% blue in the RGB color model. In the CMYK color model, it consists of 99.6% cyan, 66.2% magenta, 0% yellow, and 39.6% black. This indicates that it's a very pure and intense blue. Smalt historically refers to a pigment made by grinding cobalt glass, which explains its association with rich, deep blue shades. The color evokes feelings of trust, stability, and intelligence, often used in branding and design where these qualities are desired. Its darkness lends it a sense of formality and sophistication, but it needs careful balancing with lighter colors to prevent it from appearing too somber or overwhelming.

The color #01349A, also known as Smalt, presents some accessibility challenges, especially regarding color contrast. When used as a background color, it requires very light text (white or near-white) to ensure sufficient contrast for readability, meeting WCAG (Web Content Accessibility Guidelines) standards. A contrast ratio of at least 4.5:1 is recommended for normal text and 3:1 for large text. This color might not be suitable for critical text or interactive elements if a lighter text color cannot be guaranteed. Consider using color contrast tools to verify compliance. The color also needs careful evaluation for users with low vision or color blindness. Avoid using this color as the sole means of conveying information; supplement it with text labels or icons to enhance accessibility for all users. In terms of accessibility, always prioritize the user experience by ensuring readability and clear affordance for interactive elements. To improve accessibility, this color works best for decorative elements instead of conveying important data. A higher color contrast benefits the user experience and decreases eye strain.

Shades

Digital Color Formats

RGB
1 52 154
RGB1 52 154
Red
Green
Blue
HSL
220deg 98.71% 30.39%
22098.7130.39HSL
Hue
Saturation
Lightness
HWB
220deg 0.39% 39.61%
2200.3939.61HWB
Hue
Whiteness
Blackness
hex#01349A
rgb1 52 154
hsl220deg 98.71% 30.39%
cmyk99.35% 66.23% 0% 39.61%
hwb220deg 0.39% 39.61%
xyz-d650.07 0.05 0.31
oklch0.374 0.1731 262.18
oklab0.374 -0.02 -0.17
CMYK
99.35% 66.23% 0% 39.61%
99.3566.23039.61CMYK
Cyan
Magenta
Yellow
Key
XYZ-d65
0.07 0.05 0.31
0.070.050.31XYZ
X
Y
Z
OKLCH
0.374 0.1731 262.18
0.3740.1731262.18LCH
Lightness
Chroma
Hue
OKLAB
0.374 -0.02 -0.17
0.374-0.02-0.17LAB
Lightness
Green-Red
Blue-Yellow

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