Bahama Blue

#026396

General Information

The hex color #026396, also known as Bahama Blue, is a dark, muted shade of cyan-blue. In the RGB color model, it is composed of 0.78% red, 38.82% green, and 58.82% blue. In the CMYK color model, it is composed of 99% cyan, 34% magenta, 0% yellow, and 41% black. This color evokes feelings of calmness, stability, and trust, often associated with the ocean and clear skies. Bahama Blue is frequently used in corporate branding, web design, and interior decoration to convey a sense of professionalism and reliability. Its relatively low saturation makes it a versatile color that can be easily combined with other hues to create visually appealing compositions. The color is quite different from the more greenish shades of turquoise.

The hex color #026396, also known as Bahama Blue, presents some accessibility challenges, especially when used for text. Due to its relatively low lightness value, it may not provide sufficient contrast against light backgrounds like white. According to WCAG guidelines, sufficient contrast is crucial for readability, especially for users with visual impairments. A contrast ratio of at least 4.5:1 is recommended for normal text and 3:1 for large text. When using #026396 for text, it's essential to pair it with a very light color to achieve acceptable contrast. Alternatively, using it for larger graphical elements or as a background color with very light text can be effective. Tools like contrast checkers can help ensure compliance with accessibility standards. Careful consideration is necessary to ensure content is accessible to all users.

Shades

Digital Color Formats

RGB
2 99 150
RGB2 99 150
Red
Green
Blue
HSL
200.68deg 97.37% 29.8%
200.6897.3729.8HSL
Hue
Saturation
Lightness
HWB
200.68deg 0.78% 41.18%
200.680.7841.18HWB
Hue
Whiteness
Blackness
hex#026396
rgb2 99 150
hsl200.68deg 97.37% 29.8%
cmyk98.67% 34% 0% 41.18%
hwb200.68deg 0.78% 41.18%
xyz-d650.1 0.11 0.3
oklch0.4783 0.112 241.64
oklab0.4783 -0.05 -0.1
CMYK
98.67% 34% 0% 41.18%
98.6734041.18CMYK
Cyan
Magenta
Yellow
Key
XYZ-d65
0.1 0.11 0.3
0.10.110.3XYZ
X
Y
Z
OKLCH
0.4783 0.112 241.64
0.47830.112241.64LCH
Lightness
Chroma
Hue
OKLAB
0.4783 -0.05 -0.1
0.4783-0.05-0.1LAB
Lightness
Green-Red
Blue-Yellow

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