Persian Blue

#062CC4

General Information about Persian Blue (#062CC4)

The hexadecimal color code #062CC4 represents a specific shade of blue, often referred to as Persian Blue. It is composed of 06 red, 2C green, and C4 blue. In the RGB color model, this translates to approximately 0.4% red, 17.3% green, and 76.9% blue. This color is situated within the blue spectrum, leaning towards a deeper and more intense hue. The hex code provides a standardized way to represent this color across various digital platforms, ensuring consistency in its display. Understanding hex codes is essential for designers and developers to accurately implement color schemes. This particular shade of blue is often associated with qualities like trust, stability, and sophistication.

The color #062CC4, also known as Persian Blue, presents significant accessibility challenges, particularly concerning color contrast. When used as text against a white background, it fails to meet WCAG (Web Content Accessibility Guidelines) standards for minimum contrast ratios. This can make content difficult to read for users with visual impairments. To improve accessibility, consider using this color sparingly for decorative elements or pairing it with significantly lighter or darker colors. For text, a much lighter shade of yellow or a darker shade of purple would provide better contrast and ensure readability for a broader audience. Tools like contrast checkers can help you determine if your color combinations meet accessibility standards. Remember that prioritizing accessibility improves the user experience for everyone, including those without disabilities. Always test your color choices with real users to get feedback on readability and visual appeal. Providing alternative color schemes for users with specific needs is also a beneficial practice.

Shades

Digital Color Formats

RGB
6 44 196
RGB6 44 196
Red
Green
Blue
HSL
228deg 94.06% 39.61%
22894.0639.61HSL
Hue
Saturation
Lightness
HWB
228deg 2.35% 23.14%
2282.3523.14HWB
Hue
Whiteness
Blackness
hex#062CC4
rgb6 44 196
hsl228deg 94.06% 39.61%
cmyk96.94% 77.55% 0% 23.14%
hwb228deg 2.35% 23.14%
xyz-d650.11 0.06 0.53
oklch0.408 0.2319 264.53
oklab0.408 -0.02 -0.23
CMYK
96.94% 77.55% 0% 23.14%
96.9477.55023.14CMYK
Cyan
Magenta
Yellow
Key
XYZ-d65
0.11 0.06 0.53
0.110.060.53XYZ
X
Y
Z
OKLCH
0.408 0.2319 264.53
0.4080.2319264.53LCH
Lightness
Chroma
Hue
OKLAB
0.408 -0.02 -0.23
0.408-0.02-0.23LAB
Lightness
Green-Red
Blue-Yellow

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