Bay of Many

#183E7F

General Information about #183E7F

The hexadecimal color #183E7F, also known as Bay of Many, is a deep, rich shade of blue with a touch of purple. It belongs to the blue color family and has a relatively low saturation, giving it a subdued and sophisticated appearance. In the RGB color model, it is composed of 9.41% red, 24.31% green, and 49.8% blue. This combination results in a color that evokes feelings of calmness, depth, and stability. The color is often associated with trust, intelligence, and serenity. It is a popular choice in design for creating a sense of professionalism and reliability. Its versatility allows it to be used in various contexts, from corporate branding to artistic applications, making it a valuable asset in any color palette.

The color #183E7F, also known as Bay of Many, presents several accessibility considerations for web design. With its deep, saturated hue, it is crucial to ensure sufficient contrast when used as a background or text color. According to WCAG guidelines, a contrast ratio of at least 4.5:1 is recommended for normal text and 3:1 for large text. When pairing #183E7F with text, lighter colors like white, light yellow or pale green are often suitable to achieve the necessary contrast. Tools like contrast checkers can help web developers verify compliance. It's important to avoid using #183E7F for critical interactive elements without adequate visual cues, as users with visual impairments may struggle to identify them. Consideration should also be given to users with color vision deficiencies, and alternative color schemes should be offered where possible. Thoughtful color selection will enhance the user experience for all visitors.

Shades

Digital Color Formats

RGB
24 62 127
RGB24 62 127
Red
Green
Blue
HSL
217.86deg 68.21% 29.61%
217.8668.2129.61HSL
Hue
Saturation
Lightness
HWB
217.86deg 9.41% 50.2%
217.869.4150.2HWB
Hue
Whiteness
Blackness
hex#183E7F
rgb24 62 127
hsl217.86deg 68.21% 29.61%
cmyk81.1% 51.18% 0% 50.2%
hwb217.86deg 9.41% 50.2%
xyz-d650.06 0.05 0.21
oklch0.3765 0.1185 260.44
oklab0.3765 -0.02 -0.12
CMYK
81.1% 51.18% 0% 50.2%
81.151.18050.2CMYK
Cyan
Magenta
Yellow
Key
XYZ-d65
0.06 0.05 0.21
0.060.050.21XYZ
X
Y
Z
OKLCH
0.3765 0.1185 260.44
0.37650.1185260.44LCH
Lightness
Chroma
Hue
OKLAB
0.3765 -0.02 -0.12
0.3765-0.02-0.12LAB
Lightness
Green-Red
Blue-Yellow

Alternative colors

Applications

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