Blue Zodiac

#122B48

General Information about Blue Zodiac

The hexadecimal color code #122B48 represents a dark shade of blue, often associated with depth, stability, and sophistication. In the RGB color model, it is composed of 7.06% red, 16.86% green, and 28.24% blue. This composition indicates a dominant presence of blue, which is why the color is perceived as a shade of blue. The color is also known as Blue Zodiac. Colors like this are frequently used to establish a sense of professionalism and trustworthiness. In design applications, #122B48 can be used as a background color or as an accent color, mainly when paired with lighter shades to ensure legibility and visual balance. Its CMYK values are C:75%, M:41%, Y:0%, K:72%.

The color #122B48, also known as Blue Zodiac, presents some accessibility challenges, particularly regarding color contrast. When using this color for text or interactive elements, it's crucial to ensure sufficient contrast against the background. According to WCAG guidelines, a contrast ratio of at least 4.5:1 is recommended for standard text and 3:1 for large text and graphical components. Given the darkness of Blue Zodiac, lighter colors like white, light yellow, or light cyan would be advisable choices for text. Using online contrast checkers can help verify compliance with accessibility standards. Moreover, consider providing alternative visual cues, such as icons or underlines, for users who may have difficulty distinguishing colors. It's also beneficial to offer a high-contrast theme option to accommodate users with visual impairments, ensuring a more inclusive and accessible experience.

Shades

Digital Color Formats

RGB
18 43 72
RGB18 43 72
Red
Green
Blue
HSL
212.22deg 60% 17.65%
212.226017.65HSL
Hue
Saturation
Lightness
HWB
212.22deg 7.06% 71.76%
212.227.0671.76HWB
Hue
Whiteness
Blackness
hex#122B48
rgb18 43 72
hsl212.22deg 60% 17.65%
cmyk75% 40.28% 0% 71.76%
hwb212.22deg 7.06% 71.76%
xyz-d650.02 0.02 0.06
oklch0.2855 0.0619 253.71
oklab0.2855 -0.02 -0.06
CMYK
75% 40.28% 0% 71.76%
7540.28071.76CMYK
Cyan
Magenta
Yellow
Key
XYZ-d65
0.02 0.02 0.06
0.020.020.06XYZ
X
Y
Z
OKLCH
0.2855 0.0619 253.71
0.28550.0619253.71LCH
Lightness
Chroma
Hue
OKLAB
0.2855 -0.02 -0.06
0.2855-0.02-0.06LAB
Lightness
Green-Red
Blue-Yellow

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