Denim

#0E56C8

General Information about Denim (#0E56C8)

The hexadecimal color code #0E56C8, commonly referred to as Denim, represents a distinct shade of blue in the RGB color spectrum. It is composed of 5.5% red, 33.7% green, and 78.4% blue. This color is often associated with feelings of trust, stability, and professionalism. In color psychology, blues are typically linked to calmness, security, and intelligence. Denim is a versatile color that can be used in a variety of applications, from web design to fashion. The RGB (red, green, blue) values are (14, 86, 200), which means that the color is created by mixing these amounts of red, green, and blue light. The CMYK (cyan, magenta, yellow, black) values are (93, 57, 0, 22), indicating the amount of each pigment needed to reproduce the color in print. The hue angle is 216.8 degrees, the saturation is 89.5%, and the lightness is 42.9%.

The color #0E56C8, also known as Denim, presents specific accessibility considerations, especially in web design. Its contrast ratio against white is relatively low, which can make text difficult to read for users with visual impairments. According to WCAG guidelines, a contrast ratio of at least 4.5:1 is recommended for standard text and 3:1 for large text. Denim might not meet these criteria when paired with light backgrounds. Therefore, it's crucial to use contrast checking tools to ensure sufficient readability. When using Denim for text or interactive elements, consider pairing it with lighter or contrasting colors to improve accessibility. Also, providing alternative text descriptions for images and ensuring that interactive elements are properly labeled are essential steps to make content accessible to a wider audience, including those using screen readers. It is also crucial that the color is not the only visual means of conveying information.

Shades

Digital Color Formats

RGB
14 86 200
RGB14 86 200
Red
Green
Blue
HSL
216.77deg 86.92% 41.96%
216.7786.9241.96HSL
Hue
Saturation
Lightness
HWB
216.77deg 5.49% 21.57%
216.775.4921.57HWB
Hue
Whiteness
Blackness
hex#0E56C8
rgb14 86 200
hsl216.77deg 86.92% 41.96%
cmyk93% 57% 0% 21.57%
hwb216.77deg 5.49% 21.57%
xyz-d650.14 0.11 0.56
oklch0.4864 0.1899 260.37
oklab0.4864 -0.03 -0.19
CMYK
93% 57% 0% 21.57%
9357021.57CMYK
Cyan
Magenta
Yellow
Key
XYZ-d65
0.14 0.11 0.56
0.140.110.56XYZ
X
Y
Z
OKLCH
0.4864 0.1899 260.37
0.48640.1899260.37LCH
Lightness
Chroma
Hue
OKLAB
0.4864 -0.03 -0.19
0.4864-0.03-0.19LAB
Lightness
Green-Red
Blue-Yellow

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