Jacksons Purple

#1B257C

General Information about #1B257C

The hex color #1B257C, also known as Jackson's Purple, is a dark shade of blue-purple. In the RGB color model, it is composed of 10.59% red, 14.51% green, and 48.63% blue. In the CMYK color model, it consists of 78.23% cyan, 70.12% magenta, 0% yellow, and 51.37% black. This color is often associated with royalty, wisdom, and spirituality. It is a versatile color that can be used in various design applications, from web design to branding. Its depth and richness make it a popular choice for creating a sense of luxury and sophistication. Understanding the color's composition and its psychological associations can help designers effectively use it in their projects to achieve the desired aesthetic and emotional impact.

The hex color #1B257C, also known as Jackson's Purple, presents some accessibility challenges, particularly for users with visual impairments. Its relatively low luminance value means that text rendered in this color requires careful consideration of contrast ratios. According to WCAG guidelines, a contrast ratio of at least 4.5:1 is recommended for standard text and 3:1 for large text against its background. When using #1B257C for text, ensure that the background color is sufficiently light to meet these contrast requirements. Lighter shades of yellows, oranges, or even lighter purples can provide adequate contrast. Additionally, avoid using #1B257C for critical interface elements or conveying essential information without supplementary cues such as icons or labels. Providing alternative color schemes or themes can significantly improve accessibility for all users, especially those with color vision deficiencies.

Shades

Digital Color Formats

RGB
27 37 124
RGB27 37 124
Red
Green
Blue
HSL
233.81deg 64.24% 29.61%
233.8164.2429.61HSL
Hue
Saturation
Lightness
HWB
233.81deg 10.59% 51.37%
233.8110.5951.37HWB
Hue
Whiteness
Blackness
hex#1B257C
rgb27 37 124
hsl233.81deg 64.24% 29.61%
cmyk78.23% 70.16% 0% 51.37%
hwb233.81deg 10.59% 51.37%
xyz-d650.05 0.03 0.19
oklch0.3227 0.1456 270.38
oklab0.3227 0 -0.15
CMYK
78.23% 70.16% 0% 51.37%
78.2370.16051.37CMYK
Cyan
Magenta
Yellow
Key
XYZ-d65
0.05 0.03 0.19
0.050.030.19XYZ
X
Y
Z
OKLCH
0.3227 0.1456 270.38
0.32270.1456270.38LCH
Lightness
Chroma
Hue
OKLAB
0.3227 0 -0.15
0.32270-0.15LAB
Lightness
Green-Red
Blue-Yellow

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