Persian Blue

#1836B2

General Information about Persian Blue

Persian Blue, represented by the hexadecimal color code #1836B2, is a deep and captivating shade of blue. It is often associated with qualities such as trust, loyalty, wisdom, confidence, intelligence, faith, truth, and heaven. In color psychology, blue is known for its calming and serene effects, making it a popular choice for various applications, including branding, web design, and interior decorating. The color #1836B2 has a relatively low saturation, giving it a sophisticated and understated appearance. Its RGB (Red, Green, Blue) values are R:24, G:54, B:178, indicating a strong presence of blue and a moderate amount of red and green. This particular shade of blue is often used to convey a sense of professionalism and reliability, making it suitable for businesses and organizations seeking to establish a trustworthy image.

The color #1836B2, a deep shade of Persian Blue, presents certain accessibility considerations, particularly in web design. When used as a foreground color, it requires careful pairing with background colors to ensure sufficient contrast for readability, especially for users with visual impairments. According to WCAG guidelines, a contrast ratio of at least 4.5:1 is recommended for standard text and 3:1 for large text. Given its darkness, #1836B2 works best with lighter backgrounds like white (#FFFFFF) or very pale yellows (#FFFFE0) to meet these contrast requirements. Avoid pairing it with dark backgrounds or colors with similar luminance values as it can result in text that is difficult or impossible to read. For interactive elements like buttons or links, consider using hover and focus states that further enhance contrast to provide clear visual cues for users. Thoughtful application ensures inclusivity and usability for all users, regardless of their visual abilities.

Shades

Digital Color Formats

RGB
24 54 178
RGB24 54 178
Red
Green
Blue
HSL
228.31deg 76.24% 39.61%
228.3176.2439.61HSL
Hue
Saturation
Lightness
HWB
228.31deg 9.41% 30.2%
228.319.4130.2HWB
Hue
Whiteness
Blackness
hex#1836B2
rgb24 54 178
hsl228.31deg 76.24% 39.61%
cmyk86.52% 69.66% 0% 30.2%
hwb228.31deg 9.41% 30.2%
xyz-d650.1 0.06 0.43
oklch0.4074 0.1976 266.05
oklab0.4074 -0.01 -0.2
CMYK
86.52% 69.66% 0% 30.2%
86.5269.66030.2CMYK
Cyan
Magenta
Yellow
Key
XYZ-d65
0.1 0.06 0.43
0.10.060.43XYZ
X
Y
Z
OKLCH
0.4074 0.1976 266.05
0.40740.1976266.05LCH
Lightness
Chroma
Hue
OKLAB
0.4074 -0.01 -0.2
0.4074-0.01-0.2LAB
Lightness
Green-Red
Blue-Yellow

Alternative colors

Applications

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