Tolopea

#160355

General Information about #160355

The hexadecimal color #160355, also known as Tolopea, is a dark shade of purple-blue. It is composed of 8.63% red, 1.18% green, and 33.33% blue. In the RGB color model, it has the values (22, 3, 85). In the CMYK color model, its values are 74% cyan, 96% magenta, 0% yellow, and 67% black. The color is often associated with mystery, sophistication, and creativity. Due to its dark nature, it should be used strategically in designs, often paired with lighter colors to create a visually balanced and appealing aesthetic. The color is not very common in nature, it can be associated with dark sky at dusk or some types of rare flowers.

The color #160355, also known as Tolopea, presents several accessibility considerations for web developers. Its dark hue results in a low luminance value, which means it requires careful attention to contrast ratios, especially when used for text or interactive elements. According to WCAG guidelines, sufficient contrast between text and background is crucial for users with visual impairments. A contrast ratio of at least 4.5:1 is recommended for standard text and 3:1 for large text. Given the darkness of #160355, it should ideally be paired with very light colors to ensure readability. Moreover, avoid using this color as the sole indicator for interactive elements, such as links or buttons. Supplement color cues with text labels, icons, or other visual affordances to accommodate users with color blindness. Thorough testing with accessibility tools is advisable to confirm compliance with accessibility standards and provide an inclusive user experience.

Shades

Digital Color Formats

RGB
22 3 85
RGB22 3 85
Red
Green
Blue
HSL
253.9deg 93.18% 17.25%
253.993.1817.25HSL
Hue
Saturation
Lightness
HWB
253.9deg 1.18% 66.67%
253.91.1866.67HWB
Hue
Whiteness
Blackness
hex#160355
rgb22 3 85
hsl253.9deg 93.18% 17.25%
cmyk74.12% 96.47% 0% 66.67%
hwb253.9deg 1.18% 66.67%
xyz-d650.02 0.01 0.09
oklch0.2234 0.1302 279.13
oklab0.2234 0.02 -0.13
CMYK
74.12% 96.47% 0% 66.67%
74.1296.47066.67CMYK
Cyan
Magenta
Yellow
Key
XYZ-d65
0.02 0.01 0.09
0.020.010.09XYZ
X
Y
Z
OKLCH
0.2234 0.1302 279.13
0.22340.1302279.13LCH
Lightness
Chroma
Hue
OKLAB
0.2234 0.02 -0.13
0.22340.02-0.13LAB
Lightness
Green-Red
Blue-Yellow

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