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General Information about #093544
The hexadecimal color code #093544 is composed of 0.04 red, 0.21 green and 0.27 blue. In the RGB (red, green, blue) system, #093544 is has the values 9 (red), 53 (green) and 68 (blue). In the CMYK (cyan, magenta, yellow, black) system, #093544 is composed of 86 cyan, 22 magenta, 0 yellow and 73 black. In a HSV/HSB scale, it has a hue of 195 degrees, 87% saturation and 27% brightness. The color is a dark, slightly desaturated shade of cyan-blue, often associated with depth, stability, and a sense of calm. It is similar to the color of deep ocean water. It can also be seen as a elegant and serious color.
The color #093544, a deep and muted shade reminiscent of a dimly lit underwater cave, presents significant accessibility challenges. Its low luminance value results in poor contrast against both white and black backgrounds. According to WCAG guidelines, sufficient contrast is crucial for users with visual impairments, including those with low vision or color blindness. Therefore, using #093544 as text color requires careful consideration. Pairing it with very light shades of yellow, orange, or green can improve readability. If #093544 is used for backgrounds, text should be a very light color to meet contrast ratios. Avoid using this color for essential interactive elements like buttons or links without high contrast enhancement. Tools such as contrast checkers can help you measure ratios to ensure compliance.
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Web Design
In web design, #093544, can be applied to headers or sidebars to give your website a professional and serious impression. Because of it's dark color, it can also be used to give a dark mode a elegant look and feel, while providing a good reading experience. It is not recommended to use the color in combination with white, because of accessibility reasons.
Interior Design
In interior design, this color can be used as an accent color in furniture or walls, to give a room an elegant and modern look. It is best paired with warmer colors to provide contrast, and should not be used in rooms with poor lighting.
Fashion
In fashion, this color can be applied to clothing, and is best paired with lighter or warmer colors. Because of its dark and neutral tone, it is suitable for both formal and casual wear. Its elegant impression makes it suited for suits and dresses, while it can also be used for jeans, shirts and t-shirts.