Chathams Blue

#1A4D7A

General Information about Chathams Blue (#1A4D7A)

The hex color #1A4D7A, also known as Chathams Blue, is a dark, muted shade of blue that evokes feelings of calmness, stability, and sophistication. It belongs to the blue color family and has a relatively low saturation, giving it a subtle and understated appearance. This color is often associated with professionalism, trust, and intellect, making it a popular choice for corporate branding and website designs. In terms of color theory, #1A4D7A is located in the cool end of the spectrum, which contributes to its calming effect. It can be effectively paired with complementary colors like yellows and oranges to create visual interest, or with analogous colors like greens and purples for a harmonious and balanced palette. This hue is well-suited for applications where a sense of reliability and composure is desired.

The hex color #1A4D7A, also known as Chathams Blue, presents some accessibility considerations, especially for text and interactive elements. With a relatively low luminance, it is crucial to ensure sufficient contrast when pairing it with other colors. For text, it's advisable to use a light color such as white or a bright yellow to meet WCAG (Web Content Accessibility Guidelines) standards for contrast ratios. A contrast ratio of at least 4.5:1 for normal text and 3:1 for large text is recommended. When used for interactive elements like buttons or links, providing clear visual cues such as hover or focus states becomes even more important to ensure that users can easily identify and interact with these elements. Additionally, avoid using this color as the sole indicator of functionality, as users with color vision deficiencies may struggle to distinguish it. Always provide alternative cues, such as text labels or icons, to enhance accessibility for all users.

Shades

Digital Color Formats

RGB
26 77 122
RGB26 77 122
Red
Green
Blue
HSL
208.13deg 64.86% 29.02%
208.1364.8629.02HSL
Hue
Saturation
Lightness
HWB
208.13deg 10.2% 52.16%
208.1310.252.16HWB
Hue
Whiteness
Blackness
hex#1A4D7A
rgb26 77 122
hsl208.13deg 64.86% 29.02%
cmyk78.69% 36.89% 0% 52.16%
hwb208.13deg 10.2% 52.16%
xyz-d650.07 0.07 0.19
oklch0.4101 0.0927 248.89
oklab0.4101 -0.03 -0.09
CMYK
78.69% 36.89% 0% 52.16%
78.6936.89052.16CMYK
Cyan
Magenta
Yellow
Key
XYZ-d65
0.07 0.07 0.19
0.070.070.19XYZ
X
Y
Z
OKLCH
0.4101 0.0927 248.89
0.41010.0927248.89LCH
Lightness
Chroma
Hue
OKLAB
0.4101 -0.03 -0.09
0.4101-0.03-0.09LAB
Lightness
Green-Red
Blue-Yellow

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