Tory Blue

#1651B4

General Information about Tory Blue

The hex color #1651B4, also known as Tory Blue, is a deep and sophisticated shade of blue with a strong presence. In the RGB color model, it is composed of 8.63% red, 31.76% green, and 70.59% blue. This particular combination creates a color that is often associated with trust, stability, and intelligence. Tory Blue is commonly used in various design applications, ranging from web development to branding, where its elegant and authoritative tone can convey a sense of professionalism and reliability. Its versatility allows it to be paired with a wide range of other colors, including neutrals, metallics, and contrasting hues, making it a popular choice for designers seeking to create visually appealing and impactful compositions. The color exudes a sense of calm confidence.

The hex color #1651B4, also known as Tory Blue, presents some accessibility challenges, especially when it comes to text and background contrast. When using this color for text, it's crucial to pair it with a light background to ensure sufficient contrast for readability. According to WCAG (Web Content Accessibility Guidelines), the contrast ratio between text and background should be at least 4.5:1 for normal text and 3:1 for large text. Using a color contrast checker is highly recommended to verify compliance. Conversely, if #1651B4 is used as a background color, pairing it with white or very light-colored text would be advisable. It's also important to consider users with visual impairments who may have difficulty distinguishing between colors. Providing alternative cues, such as underlines or icons, can enhance accessibility. Avoid using this color as the sole indicator for important information, as color blindness could prevent users from perceiving it correctly. Ensuring sufficient contrast and providing redundant cues are key to making content accessible to all users.

Shades

Digital Color Formats

RGB
22 81 180
RGB22 81 180
Red
Green
Blue
HSL
217.59deg 78.22% 39.61%
217.5978.2239.61HSL
Hue
Saturation
Lightness
HWB
217.59deg 8.63% 29.41%
217.598.6329.41HWB
Hue
Whiteness
Blackness
hex#1651B4
rgb22 81 180
hsl217.59deg 78.22% 39.61%
cmyk87.78% 55% 0% 29.41%
hwb217.59deg 8.63% 29.41%
xyz-d650.12 0.09 0.44
oklch0.4608 0.1685 260.51
oklab0.4608 -0.03 -0.17
CMYK
87.78% 55% 0% 29.41%
87.7855029.41CMYK
Cyan
Magenta
Yellow
Key
XYZ-d65
0.12 0.09 0.44
0.120.090.44XYZ
X
Y
Z
OKLCH
0.4608 0.1685 260.51
0.46080.1685260.51LCH
Lightness
Chroma
Hue
OKLAB
0.4608 -0.03 -0.17
0.4608-0.03-0.17LAB
Lightness
Green-Red
Blue-Yellow

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