Regal Blue

#05386B

General Information about Regal Blue

The hex color #05386b, commonly known as Regal Blue, is a dark, muted shade of blue. It is composed of 2% red, 22% green, and 42% blue. In the RGB color model, it translates to (5, 56, 107). Regal Blue evokes feelings of stability, trust, and sophistication. It is often associated with royalty, hence the name. In color psychology, dark blues are often used to convey authority and intelligence. This color is most commonly applied in design, and can also be used in applications where the user desires to express professionalism and earn trust of the application user.

The hex color #05386b, also known as Regal Blue, presents some accessibility considerations for web design. Due to its dark hue, it's crucial to ensure sufficient contrast when pairing it with text or other interface elements. According to WCAG guidelines, a contrast ratio of at least 4.5:1 is recommended for standard text and 3:1 for large text against a background. When using #05386b as a background color, light colors like white, light yellow, or pale cyan would provide better readability. Tools like contrast checkers can assist in verifying compliance. Avoid pairing it with very dark colors, as this can make content illegible for users with visual impairments. Thoughtful color choices enhance usability and inclusivity of websites.

Shades

Digital Color Formats

RGB
5 56 107
RGB5 56 107
Red
Green
Blue
HSL
210deg 91.07% 21.96%
21091.0721.96HSL
Hue
Saturation
Lightness
HWB
210deg 1.96% 58.04%
2101.9658.04HWB
Hue
Whiteness
Blackness
hex#05386B
rgb5 56 107
hsl210deg 91.07% 21.96%
cmyk95.33% 47.66% 0% 58.04%
hwb210deg 1.96% 58.04%
xyz-d650.04 0.04 0.14
oklch0.3411 0.102 253.66
oklab0.3411 -0.03 -0.1
CMYK
95.33% 47.66% 0% 58.04%
95.3347.66058.04CMYK
Cyan
Magenta
Yellow
Key
XYZ-d65
0.04 0.04 0.14
0.040.040.14XYZ
X
Y
Z
OKLCH
0.3411 0.102 253.66
0.34110.102253.66LCH
Lightness
Chroma
Hue
OKLAB
0.3411 -0.03 -0.1
0.3411-0.03-0.1LAB
Lightness
Green-Red
Blue-Yellow

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