Bay of Many

#143B8A

General Information about #143B8A

The hex color #143B8A, often referred to as "Bay of Many," is a dark shade of blue-purple. It is composed of 7.84% red, 23.14% green, and 54.12% blue. In the RGB color space, it is relatively low in red and green, with a significantly higher blue component, resulting in its distinctive deep blue hue. This color falls into the blue color family and evokes feelings of calmness, stability, and sophistication. The hex code #143B8A is commonly used in web design, graphic design, and other digital applications to represent this specific shade of blue. Its versatility allows it to be used both as a primary color and as an accent color, depending on the desired effect.

The hex color #143B8A, also known as Bay of Many, presents some accessibility considerations for web development. Its relatively dark hue means that text rendered in this color requires a light foreground color to ensure sufficient contrast. According to WCAG guidelines, a contrast ratio of at least 4.5:1 is recommended for standard text and 3:1 for large text. When using #143B8A for backgrounds or other design elements, it's crucial to test the color combinations with tools that measure contrast ratios to verify compliance. Insufficient contrast can make content difficult to read for users with visual impairments, including those with low vision or color blindness. Therefore, careful attention to color pairings is essential to provide an inclusive and accessible user experience. Considering alternatives or adjusting the color slightly may also be necessary to meet accessibility standards.

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Digital Color Formats

RGB
20 59 138
RGB20 59 138
Red
Green
Blue
HSL
220.17deg 74.68% 30.98%
220.1774.6830.98HSL
Hue
Saturation
Lightness
HWB
220.17deg 7.84% 45.88%
220.177.8445.88HWB
Hue
Whiteness
Blackness
hex#143B8A
rgb20 59 138
hsl220.17deg 74.68% 30.98%
cmyk85.51% 57.25% 0% 45.88%
hwb220.17deg 7.84% 45.88%
xyz-d650.06 0.05 0.25
oklch0.3775 0.1392 262.26
oklab0.3775 -0.02 -0.14
CMYK
85.51% 57.25% 0% 45.88%
85.5157.25045.88CMYK
Cyan
Magenta
Yellow
Key
XYZ-d65
0.06 0.05 0.25
0.060.050.25XYZ
X
Y
Z
OKLCH
0.3775 0.1392 262.26
0.37750.1392262.26LCH
Lightness
Chroma
Hue
OKLAB
0.3775 -0.02 -0.14
0.3775-0.02-0.14LAB
Lightness
Green-Red
Blue-Yellow

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