Big Stone

#1A2E40

General Information about #1A2E40

The hexadecimal color code #1A2E40 represents a dark, muted shade of blue-gray, often described as 'Big Stone'. It falls within the cool color family, evoking feelings of calmness, stability, and sophistication. This color is composed of 10.2% red, 18% green, and 25.1% blue. In the RGB color space, it is relatively low in intensity, making it a suitable choice for backgrounds or elements where subtlety is desired. It's a color that blends well with a variety of other colors, particularly those in the neutral and earthy tones. The Big Stone color can be used to create a professional and elegant impression.

The color #1A2E40, also known as Big Stone, presents some accessibility challenges, especially regarding color contrast. When used as a background color, it's crucial to pair it with text or elements of a significantly lighter hue to ensure readability. A contrast ratio of at least 4.5:1 is recommended for normal text and 3:1 for large text to meet WCAG (Web Content Accessibility Guidelines) standards. Using online contrast checkers can help verify compliance. Additionally, avoid using this color as the sole indicator for interactive elements like links or buttons; provide supplementary cues like underlines or icons to assist users with visual impairments. Proper use of ARIA attributes can also enhance accessibility for screen reader users.

Shades

Digital Color Formats

RGB
26 46 64
RGB26 46 64
Red
Green
Blue
HSL
208.42deg 42.22% 17.65%
208.4242.2217.65HSL
Hue
Saturation
Lightness
HWB
208.42deg 10.2% 74.9%
208.4210.274.9HWB
Hue
Whiteness
Blackness
hex#1A2E40
rgb26 46 64
hsl208.42deg 42.22% 17.65%
cmyk59.38% 28.12% 0% 74.9%
hwb208.42deg 10.2% 74.9%
xyz-d650.02 0.03 0.05
oklch0.2932 0.0421 246.96
oklab0.2932 -0.02 -0.04
CMYK
59.38% 28.12% 0% 74.9%
59.3828.12074.9CMYK
Cyan
Magenta
Yellow
Key
XYZ-d65
0.02 0.03 0.05
0.020.030.05XYZ
X
Y
Z
OKLCH
0.2932 0.0421 246.96
0.29320.0421246.96LCH
Lightness
Chroma
Hue
OKLAB
0.2932 -0.02 -0.04
0.2932-0.02-0.04LAB
Lightness
Green-Red
Blue-Yellow

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