Chathams Blue

#164A7A

General Information about Chathams Blue

The hexadecimal color #164A7A, commonly referred to as Chathams Blue, is a deep and muted shade of blue. It belongs to the family of blue colors and is often associated with feelings of calmness, stability, and professionalism. In the RGB color model, #164A7A is composed of 8.63% red, 29.02% green, and 47.84% blue. In the CMYK color model, it consists of 82% cyan, 39% magenta, 0% yellow, and 52% black. This color is frequently used in various design applications due to its versatility and ability to evoke a sense of trust and reliability. Its subtle yet impactful presence makes it a popular choice for both digital and print media.

The color #164A7A, also known as Chathams Blue, presents moderate accessibility challenges. When used as text on a white background, it may not provide sufficient contrast for users with visual impairments, potentially failing WCAG (Web Content Accessibility Guidelines) AA standards. A contrast ratio of at least 4.5:1 is recommended for normal text and 3:1 for large text. To improve accessibility, consider using a lighter background or a lighter shade of blue for the text. Alternatively, pairing #164A7A with a very light color such as #FFFFFF for the background would be advisable. Ensuring proper color contrast is crucial for inclusive design, making content accessible to a wider audience, including those with low vision or color blindness. Testing with accessibility tools can help verify compliance.

Shades

Digital Color Formats

RGB
22 74 122
RGB22 74 122
Red
Green
Blue
HSL
208.8deg 69.44% 28.24%
208.869.4428.24HSL
Hue
Saturation
Lightness
HWB
208.8deg 8.63% 52.16%
208.88.6352.16HWB
Hue
Whiteness
Blackness
hex#164A7A
rgb22 74 122
hsl208.8deg 69.44% 28.24%
cmyk81.97% 39.34% 0% 52.16%
hwb208.8deg 8.63% 52.16%
xyz-d650.06 0.06 0.19
oklch0.4013 0.0973 250.31
oklab0.4013 -0.03 -0.09
CMYK
81.97% 39.34% 0% 52.16%
81.9739.34052.16CMYK
Cyan
Magenta
Yellow
Key
XYZ-d65
0.06 0.06 0.19
0.060.060.19XYZ
X
Y
Z
OKLCH
0.4013 0.0973 250.31
0.40130.0973250.31LCH
Lightness
Chroma
Hue
OKLAB
0.4013 -0.03 -0.09
0.4013-0.03-0.09LAB
Lightness
Green-Red
Blue-Yellow

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