Ultramarine

#0F1A89

General Information about #0F1A89

The hex color code #0F1A89 represents a dark shade of blue, specifically categorized as Ultramarine. It is composed of 5.9% red, 10.2% green, and 53.7% blue. In the RGB color model, this translates to (15, 26, 137). Ultramarine is known for its depth and intensity, often associated with qualities like trust, authority, and sophistication. Historically, ultramarine pigment was derived from the semi-precious stone lapis lazuli, making it a highly valued color. In modern usage, it is widely employed in various fields, including web design, graphic arts, and fashion, to convey a sense of elegance and strength. Its darkness requires careful consideration of contrast when used with text or other design elements to ensure accessibility and readability.

The color #0F1A89, a deep ultramarine, presents some accessibility challenges, especially when used as a background for text. Its low lightness value (YIQ 9.8%) means that text on this background needs a very light color to provide sufficient contrast. A contrast ratio of at least 4.5:1 is recommended for normal text, and 3:1 for large text (14pt bold or 18pt regular) to meet WCAG AA standards. When used as text, #0F1A89 requires a light background. Using online contrast checkers is recommended to ensure that color combinations meet accessibility guidelines. Consider providing alternative color schemes for users with visual impairments. High contrast versions can significantly improve the experience for users with low vision or color blindness. Also, it's important to avoid relying solely on color to convey information; use labels or other visual cues in addition to color.

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Digital Color Formats

RGB
15 26 137
RGB15 26 137
Red
Green
Blue
HSL
234.59deg 80.26% 29.8%
234.5980.2629.8HSL
Hue
Saturation
Lightness
HWB
234.59deg 5.88% 46.27%
234.595.8846.27HWB
Hue
Whiteness
Blackness
hex#0F1A89
rgb15 26 137
hsl234.59deg 80.26% 29.8%
cmyk89.05% 81.02% 0% 46.27%
hwb234.59deg 5.88% 46.27%
xyz-d650.05 0.03 0.24
oklch0.3147 0.1772 267.31
oklab0.3147 -0.01 -0.18
CMYK
89.05% 81.02% 0% 46.27%
89.0581.02046.27CMYK
Cyan
Magenta
Yellow
Key
XYZ-d65
0.05 0.03 0.24
0.050.030.24XYZ
X
Y
Z
OKLCH
0.3147 0.1772 267.31
0.31470.1772267.31LCH
Lightness
Chroma
Hue
OKLAB
0.3147 -0.01 -0.18
0.3147-0.01-0.18LAB
Lightness
Green-Red
Blue-Yellow

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