Elephant

#0E3040

General Information about #0E3040

The hexadecimal color #0E3040, often referred to as 'Elephant' due to its resemblance to the skin color of an elephant, is a dark, muted shade of blue-green. It belongs to the family of cool colors and evokes feelings of calmness, stability, and sophistication. In the RGB color model, #0E3040 is composed of 5.5% red, 18.8% green, and 25.1% blue. In the CMYK color model, it consists of 78% cyan, 25% magenta, 0% yellow, and 75% black. This color is often used in design to create a sense of depth and professionalism. It is suitable for backgrounds, text, and other elements where a subtle yet impactful color is needed. Its low saturation makes it easy on the eyes and versatile for various applications.

The hex color #0E3040, often referred to as 'Elephant,' presents specific accessibility considerations for web developers. Its dark nature leads to a low contrast ratio when paired with similarly dark colors, potentially causing readability issues for users, especially those with visual impairments. To ensure optimal accessibility, it is imperative to use #0E3040 with light or bright text and user interface elements. Adhering to WCAG (Web Content Accessibility Guidelines) standards for contrast ratios is crucial. Specifically, a contrast ratio of at least 4.5:1 for normal text and 3:1 for large text is recommended. Employing tools to check color contrast can aid in verifying that the combination meets these accessibility requirements, thereby enhancing the user experience for all visitors, including those with disabilities. Considering the context and target audience is also key to making informed decisions about color pairings and overall design choices.

Shades

Digital Color Formats

RGB
14 48 64
RGB14 48 64
Red
Green
Blue
HSL
199.2deg 64.1% 15.29%
199.264.115.29HSL
Hue
Saturation
Lightness
HWB
199.2deg 5.49% 74.9%
199.25.4974.9HWB
Hue
Whiteness
Blackness
hex#0E3040
rgb14 48 64
hsl199.2deg 64.1% 15.29%
cmyk78.12% 25% 0% 74.9%
hwb199.2deg 5.49% 74.9%
xyz-d650.02 0.03 0.05
oklch0.2928 0.0484 232.33
oklab0.2928 -0.03 -0.04
CMYK
78.12% 25% 0% 74.9%
78.1225074.9CMYK
Cyan
Magenta
Yellow
Key
XYZ-d65
0.02 0.03 0.05
0.020.030.05XYZ
X
Y
Z
OKLCH
0.2928 0.0484 232.33
0.29280.0484232.33LCH
Lightness
Chroma
Hue
OKLAB
0.2928 -0.03 -0.04
0.2928-0.03-0.04LAB
Lightness
Green-Red
Blue-Yellow

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