Tory Blue

#1A51B0

General Information about Tory Blue

Tory Blue, represented by the hexadecimal color code #1A51B0, is a deep and sophisticated shade of blue. In the RGB color model, it consists of 10.2% red, 31.8% green, and 69% blue. This color evokes feelings of trust, stability, and professionalism, making it a popular choice in various design applications. Its depth and richness make it suitable for creating a sense of authority and elegance. Tory Blue is often associated with institutions, government, and corporate branding due to its dependable and serious nature. Its unique blend of primary colors results in a versatile hue that can be used in both digital and physical mediums to convey sophistication and reliability.

The hex color #1A51B0, also known as Tory Blue, presents specific accessibility considerations for web developers. Its relatively dark hue necessitates careful attention to color contrast ratios, particularly when used for text or interactive elements. According to WCAG guidelines, sufficient contrast between text and background colors is crucial for users with visual impairments. For normal text (14pt/18px and below), a contrast ratio of at least 4.5:1 is recommended, while larger text (18pt/24px and above) requires a minimum of 3:1. Given the darkness of #1A51B0, it is advisable to pair it with lighter shades like white (#FFFFFF) or very light yellows or grays to ensure readability. Using color contrast checkers can help developers verify compliance with accessibility standards and provide a better user experience for everyone.

Shades

Digital Color Formats

RGB
26 81 176
RGB26 81 176
Red
Green
Blue
HSL
218deg 74.26% 39.61%
21874.2639.61HSL
Hue
Saturation
Lightness
HWB
218deg 10.2% 30.98%
21810.230.98HWB
Hue
Whiteness
Blackness
hex#1A51B0
rgb26 81 176
hsl218deg 74.26% 39.61%
cmyk85.23% 53.98% 0% 30.98%
hwb218deg 10.2% 30.98%
xyz-d650.11 0.09 0.42
oklch0.4585 0.1623 260.7
oklab0.4585 -0.03 -0.16
CMYK
85.23% 53.98% 0% 30.98%
85.2353.98030.98CMYK
Cyan
Magenta
Yellow
Key
XYZ-d65
0.11 0.09 0.42
0.110.090.42XYZ
X
Y
Z
OKLCH
0.4585 0.1623 260.7
0.45850.1623260.7LCH
Lightness
Chroma
Hue
OKLAB
0.4585 -0.03 -0.16
0.4585-0.03-0.16LAB
Lightness
Green-Red
Blue-Yellow

Alternative colors

Applications

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