Blumine
General Information about #135C85
The hexadecimal color #135C85, also known as Blumine, is a dark shade of blue-cyan. It is composed of 7.45% red, 36.08% green, and 52.16% blue. In the RGB color model, #135C85 has the numerical representation (19, 92, 133). Its equivalent in the CMYK color model is (0.86, 0.31, 0.00, 0.48), meaning it requires 86% cyan, 31% magenta, 0% yellow, and 48% black to produce this color. The hue angle is 203.7 degrees, saturation is 75.2%, and lightness is 29.2%. Colors similar to #135C85 often evoke feelings of calmness, stability, and trust, making it a popular choice for corporate branding and professional designs.
The color #135C85, also known as Blumine, presents some accessibility challenges. Its relatively low lightness value means that text rendered in this color, especially smaller font sizes, may lack sufficient contrast against a white or light-colored background. To ensure readability and accessibility, it is imperative to use a text color with a high contrast ratio. According to WCAG guidelines, the contrast ratio between text and background should be at least 4.5:1 for normal text and 3:1 for large text. When using #135C85 for text, consider pairing it with a very light color like white (#FFFFFF) or a light yellow (#FFFFE0) to meet these guidelines. Alternatively, this color can be used for decorative elements where its contrast with the surrounding content is less critical for readability.
Shades
Digital Color Formats
Alternative colors
- #297bb9
A slightly lighter blue that provides better contrast and maintains a similar aesthetic.
- #0a3d62
A darker shade for background applications where a deeper, more subdued tone is desired, enhancing readability of lighter text.
- #3498db
A brighter alternative that can be used as an accent color to draw attention, while still belonging to the blue color family.
Applications
Web Design - Navigation Bars
In web design, #135C85 can be effectively utilized for navigation bars or website headers to establish a professional and trustworthy feel. Its depth provides a solid foundation for other design elements. Given its calm nature, it can be very suitable for the header of a web application about health, finance or education. Using lighter colors on the same page would work very well in combination with this color.
Interior Design - Accent Color
In interior design, Blumine can be used as an accent color for walls, furniture, or decorative items in living rooms or bedrooms. It creates a calming and sophisticated atmosphere. It pairs well with neutral colors like white, gray, and beige. Incorporating the Blumine color using decorative pillows can add a beautiful accent to the design.
Fashion - Clothing and Accessories
In fashion, #135C85 is suitable for clothing items like dresses, shirts, or accessories, especially in professional or formal settings. It can be paired with neutral colors like black, white, or gray for a classic look, or with complementary colors for a bolder statement. A beautiful scarf with the color Blumine could be the final touch to your outfit.