Black Pearl

#080F28

General Information about Black Pearl (#080F28)

The hexadecimal color #080F28, often referred to as Black Pearl, is a very dark shade of blue-black. In the RGB color model, it is composed of 3.14% red, 5.88% green, and 15.69% blue. This composition results in a color that is perceived as deep, muted, and sophisticated. Its darkness lends it a sense of mystery and elegance. The color is more inclined towards the blue end of the spectrum, which is visible when compared to pure black. Black Pearl is often associated with luxury, sophistication, and depth. Its subtle blue undertones add a touch of complexity and visual interest, making it a popular choice in designs aiming for a refined and understated aesthetic. It is important to consider the contrast ratio when using this color, especially in applications such as text or user interface elements.

The hex color #080F28, also known as Black Pearl, presents significant accessibility challenges due to its very dark nature. Its low luminance results in extremely poor contrast against typical light-colored backgrounds, such as white or light gray. This poses difficulties for users with visual impairments, including those with low vision or color blindness, who may struggle to distinguish text or important interface elements rendered in this color. To ensure accessibility, it's crucial to pair #080F28 with a very light color for text and interactive elements, adhering to WCAG (Web Content Accessibility Guidelines) contrast ratio requirements. A contrast ratio of at least 4.5:1 for standard text and 3:1 for large text is recommended. Careful consideration of color combinations and providing alternative visual cues are necessary to make content usable for all individuals.

Shades

Digital Color Formats

RGB
8 15 40
RGB8 15 40
Red
Green
Blue
HSL
226.88deg 66.67% 9.41%
226.8866.679.41HSL
Hue
Saturation
Lightness
HWB
226.88deg 3.14% 84.31%
226.883.1484.31HWB
Hue
Whiteness
Blackness
hex#080F28
rgb8 15 40
hsl226.88deg 66.67% 9.41%
cmyk80% 62.5% 0% 84.31%
hwb226.88deg 3.14% 84.31%
xyz-d650.01 0.01 0.02
oklch0.1787 0.0522 268.69
oklab0.1787 0 -0.05
CMYK
80% 62.5% 0% 84.31%
8062.5084.31CMYK
Cyan
Magenta
Yellow
Key
XYZ-d65
0.01 0.01 0.02
0.010.010.02XYZ
X
Y
Z
OKLCH
0.1787 0.0522 268.69
0.17870.0522268.69LCH
Lightness
Chroma
Hue
OKLAB
0.1787 0 -0.05
0.17870-0.05LAB
Lightness
Green-Red
Blue-Yellow

Alternative colors

Applications

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