Bay of Many

#1B337D

General Information about #1B337D

The hex color #1B337D, often referred to as "Bay of Many", is a deep, muted shade of blue, evoking a sense of calmness, stability, and sophistication. It belongs to the blue color family, which is generally associated with trust, intelligence, and efficiency. In the RGB color model, #1B337D is composed of 10.6% red, 20% green, and 49% blue. This particular shade leans towards the darker end of the spectrum, making it suitable for creating a sense of depth and seriousness. Colors similar to #1B337D often find applications in corporate branding, web design, and interior decor, where a professional and reliable image is desired. It can be effectively combined with lighter shades to create contrast and visual interest.

The hex color #1B337D, also known as Bay of Many, presents certain accessibility considerations, particularly in web design. Its dark hue means it generally requires light-colored text for sufficient contrast. According to WCAG guidelines, a contrast ratio of at least 4.5:1 is recommended for normal text and 3:1 for large text to ensure readability for users with visual impairments. When using #1B337D as a background color, careful attention must be paid to the foreground text color choice to meet these contrast requirements. Tools like WebAIM's contrast checker can be valuable in verifying compliance. Additionally, avoid relying solely on color to convey important information, as users with color blindness may not be able to distinguish it effectively. Providing alternative cues, such as text labels or icons, is crucial for inclusive design.

Shades

Digital Color Formats

RGB
27 51 125
RGB27 51 125
Red
Green
Blue
HSL
225.31deg 64.47% 29.8%
225.3164.4729.8HSL
Hue
Saturation
Lightness
HWB
225.31deg 10.59% 50.98%
225.3110.5950.98HWB
Hue
Whiteness
Blackness
hex#1B337D
rgb27 51 125
hsl225.31deg 64.47% 29.8%
cmyk78.4% 59.2% 0% 50.98%
hwb225.31deg 10.59% 50.98%
xyz-d650.05 0.04 0.2
oklch0.3514 0.1292 266.15
oklab0.3514 -0.01 -0.13
CMYK
78.4% 59.2% 0% 50.98%
78.459.2050.98CMYK
Cyan
Magenta
Yellow
Key
XYZ-d65
0.05 0.04 0.2
0.050.040.2XYZ
X
Y
Z
OKLCH
0.3514 0.1292 266.15
0.35140.1292266.15LCH
Lightness
Chroma
Hue
OKLAB
0.3514 -0.01 -0.13
0.3514-0.01-0.13LAB
Lightness
Green-Red
Blue-Yellow

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