Persian Blue

#1A3EB0

General Information about Persian Blue (#1A3EB0)

The hexadecimal color #1A3EB0, also known as Persian Blue, is a deep, rich shade of blue located in the blue-violet range of the color spectrum. It has a distinctive character that evokes feelings of sophistication, trust, and stability. In the RGB color model, #1A3EB0 is composed of 10.2% red, 24.3% green, and 69% blue. In the CMYK color model, it consists of 85% cyan, 65% magenta, 0% yellow, and 31% black. This makes it suitable for various design applications, from web development to graphic design. The color name Persian Blue links it to the historical and cultural associations of the color in Persian art and design. The hexadecimal system allows precise color representation across different media. Understanding its color composition is helpful when selecting the color for design and other visual projects.

The color #1A3EB0, a shade of Persian Blue, presents some accessibility considerations. Its relatively low luminance can pose challenges for users with visual impairments. According to WCAG guidelines, sufficient contrast between text and background is crucial. When using #1A3EB0 for text, ensure a contrast ratio of at least 4.5:1 for normal text and 3:1 for large text (14pt bold or 18pt regular) against the background color. Lighter shades of yellow, white, or even brighter greens or oranges could serve as accessible background pairings. Tools like contrast checkers can help verify compliance. Avoid pairing it with darker colors as this will make the text unreadable for many users. Providing alternative text for images using this color and ensuring keyboard navigation is functional are also essential for comprehensive accessibility.

Shades

Digital Color Formats

RGB
26 62 176
RGB26 62 176
Red
Green
Blue
HSL
225.6deg 74.26% 39.61%
225.674.2639.61HSL
Hue
Saturation
Lightness
HWB
225.6deg 10.2% 30.98%
225.610.230.98HWB
Hue
Whiteness
Blackness
hex#1A3EB0
rgb26 62 176
hsl225.6deg 74.26% 39.61%
cmyk85.23% 64.77% 0% 30.98%
hwb225.6deg 10.2% 30.98%
xyz-d650.1 0.07 0.42
oklch0.4203 0.1855 265.21
oklab0.4203 -0.02 -0.18
CMYK
85.23% 64.77% 0% 30.98%
85.2364.77030.98CMYK
Cyan
Magenta
Yellow
Key
XYZ-d65
0.1 0.07 0.42
0.10.070.42XYZ
X
Y
Z
OKLCH
0.4203 0.1855 265.21
0.42030.1855265.21LCH
Lightness
Chroma
Hue
OKLAB
0.4203 -0.02 -0.18
0.4203-0.02-0.18LAB
Lightness
Green-Red
Blue-Yellow

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