Tarawera

#073857

General Information about #073857 (Tarawera)

The hex color #073857, also known as Tarawera, is a dark, muted shade of blue-green. It is named after the Mount Tarawera, a volcano located in New Zealand, which reflects the color's deep, earthy tones. In the RGB color model, #073857 is composed of 7 red, 56 green, and 87 blue. In the CMYK color model, it consists of 92 cyan, 36 magenta, 0 yellow, and 66 black. This color evokes a sense of calm, sophistication, and stability. It is often associated with professionalism, trustworthiness, and depth, making it suitable for various applications in design and branding. Its subdued nature allows it to be versatile, complementing both light and dark color palettes when used thoughtfully.

The hex color #073857, also known as Tarawera, presents some accessibility challenges, particularly concerning color contrast. When used as a background color, it is crucial to select foreground text colors that provide sufficient contrast to ensure readability. According to WCAG guidelines, the contrast ratio between text and background should be at least 4.5:1 for normal text and 3:1 for large text. Given the darkness of #073857, lighter colors such as white (#FFFFFF) or light shades of yellow or green may offer better contrast. Tools like WebAIM's contrast checker can help determine if a specific color combination meets accessibility standards. Ensure that any interactive elements, such as buttons or links, also have clear visual cues and sufficient contrast to be easily identifiable by users with visual impairments. Additionally, consider providing alternative styling options for users who may need to customize the color scheme to better suit their needs.

Shades

Digital Color Formats

RGB
7 56 87
RGB7 56 87
Red
Green
Blue
HSL
203.25deg 85.11% 18.43%
203.2585.1118.43HSL
Hue
Saturation
Lightness
HWB
203.25deg 2.75% 65.88%
203.252.7565.88HWB
Hue
Whiteness
Blackness
hex#073857
rgb7 56 87
hsl203.25deg 85.11% 18.43%
cmyk91.95% 35.63% 0% 65.88%
hwb203.25deg 2.75% 65.88%
xyz-d650.03 0.04 0.1
oklch0.3273 0.0735 242.96
oklab0.3273 -0.03 -0.07
CMYK
91.95% 35.63% 0% 65.88%
91.9535.63065.88CMYK
Cyan
Magenta
Yellow
Key
XYZ-d65
0.03 0.04 0.1
0.030.040.1XYZ
X
Y
Z
OKLCH
0.3273 0.0735 242.96
0.32730.0735242.96LCH
Lightness
Chroma
Hue
OKLAB
0.3273 -0.03 -0.07
0.3273-0.03-0.07LAB
Lightness
Green-Red
Blue-Yellow

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