Torea Bay
General Information about #141D9F
The hexadecimal color #141D9F, also known as Torea Bay, is a dark shade of blue. In the RGB color model, it consists of 7.84% red, 11.37% green, and 62.35% blue. It's predominantly blue, which contributes to its calming and sophisticated feel. The color is often associated with depth, stability, and trust. In color psychology, blue is often used to represent reliability, intelligence, and tranquility. It is a color often employed by brands seeking to project an image of trustworthiness and professionalism. Its darker tone makes it suitable for applications where a sense of seriousness or importance is desired.
The color #141D9F, also known as Torea Bay, presents some accessibility challenges, particularly concerning color contrast. When used as a background, it requires light-colored text (white or near-white) to ensure sufficient contrast for readability, meeting WCAG (Web Content Accessibility Guidelines) standards. A contrast ratio of at least 4.5:1 is recommended for normal text and 3:1 for large text. Using this color for text itself is generally discouraged unless paired with a very light background. Tools are available to check color contrast ratios to ensure compliance. Careful consideration should be given to users with visual impairments or color blindness to ensure content remains accessible. Using this color for important UI elements (buttons, links) requires a clear visual cue beyond just color, such as text labels, icons, or borders, to aid usability.
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Financial Applications
This deep blue is ideal for creating a sense of trust and security in financial websites or applications. It evokes stability and professionalism, which are essential in the finance industry. It can be applied to backgrounds, headers, and button accents to convey trustworthiness to the user.
Interior Design
Torea Bay can be used to create a calming and sophisticated atmosphere. It works well as an accent color in living rooms or bedrooms when paired with neutral tones. Its depth adds a luxurious feel to interiors. As a wall color, it makes a room feel smaller and cozy.
Fashion Design
In fashion, this color adds elegance and depth. It can be used in evening wear, formal attire, or as an accent color in accessories. When paired with silver or gold, it evokes a sense of luxury and sophistication. Torea Bay can be used in branding to create a high-class feeling.