Congress Blue

#114C8A

General Information about Congress Blue

The hexadecimal color #114C8A, often referred to as Congress Blue, is a dark, muted shade of blue with a strong presence. It belongs to the family of blue hues, which are generally associated with calmness, stability, and trust. In color psychology, blue is often linked to intellect, communication, and efficiency. Congress Blue, with its deeper tone, can evoke feelings of authority and sophistication. It is a versatile color that can be used in various contexts, from web design to fashion. In the RGB color model, #114C8A consists of 7.84% red, 29.8% green, and 54.12% blue. The corresponding CMYK values are 0.85, 0.42, 0.00, 0.46. This color is often used in branding and marketing materials to convey a sense of reliability and professionalism.

The color #114C8A, also known as Congress Blue, presents some accessibility challenges, especially when used for text. Due to its relatively low lightness value, it necessitates careful consideration of contrast ratios to ensure readability for users with visual impairments. According to WCAG guidelines, sufficient contrast between text and background colors is crucial for accessibility. For small text, a contrast ratio of at least 4.5:1 is recommended, while for large text, a ratio of 3:1 is sufficient. When using Congress Blue as a background color, it is advisable to pair it with lighter text colors like white or very light grays to achieve adequate contrast. Conversely, if Congress Blue is used for text, a light background is essential. Tools like contrast checkers can help evaluate the contrast ratio and determine whether it meets accessibility standards. Failure to meet these standards can result in content that is difficult or impossible for some users to read, leading to a poor user experience.

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Digital Color Formats

RGB
17 76 138
RGB17 76 138
Red
Green
Blue
HSL
210.74deg 78.06% 30.39%
210.7478.0630.39HSL
Hue
Saturation
Lightness
HWB
210.74deg 6.67% 45.88%
210.746.6745.88HWB
Hue
Whiteness
Blackness
hex#114C8A
rgb17 76 138
hsl210.74deg 78.06% 30.39%
cmyk87.68% 44.93% 0% 45.88%
hwb210.74deg 6.67% 45.88%
xyz-d650.07 0.07 0.25
oklch0.4159 0.1184 253.8
oklab0.4159 -0.03 -0.11
CMYK
87.68% 44.93% 0% 45.88%
87.6844.93045.88CMYK
Cyan
Magenta
Yellow
Key
XYZ-d65
0.07 0.07 0.25
0.070.070.25XYZ
X
Y
Z
OKLCH
0.4159 0.1184 253.8
0.41590.1184253.8LCH
Lightness
Chroma
Hue
OKLAB
0.4159 -0.03 -0.11
0.4159-0.03-0.11LAB
Lightness
Green-Red
Blue-Yellow

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