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#1B3443

General Information about #1B3443

#1B3443 is a hexadecimal color code representing a dark, muted shade of blue-gray. It is composed of 10.6% red, 20.4% green, and 26.3% blue. In the RGB color model, it is defined by the values (27, 52, 67). This color is often associated with feelings of calmness, stability, and sophistication. It is part of a broader family of cool colors and is often used to convey a sense of professionalism and trustworthiness. In color theory, #1B3443 is considered a tertiary color, resulting from a mix of primary and secondary colors. Its relative darkness suggests it has a low lightness value, making it suitable for backgrounds or as an accent color. Its hexadecimal representation is commonly used in web design, graphic design, and digital art for precise color specification.

The color #1B3443, a dark, muted blue-gray, presents specific accessibility considerations for web design. Its low lightness value means it requires careful pairing with lighter colors to ensure sufficient contrast for readability. According to WCAG guidelines, the contrast ratio between text and background should be at least 4.5:1 for normal text and 3:1 for large text. When using #1B3443 as a background, white or very light shades of yellow or green would be preferable choices for text color. It is not advisable to use this color for critical interactive elements such as links or buttons without proper contrast, as it might not be clearly visible to users with visual impairments. Testing with accessibility tools is recommended to confirm compliance with WCAG standards and to ensure a positive user experience for everyone.

Shades

Digital Color Formats

RGB
27 52 67
RGB27 52 67
Red
Green
Blue
HSL
202.5deg 42.55% 18.43%
202.542.5518.43HSL
Hue
Saturation
Lightness
HWB
202.5deg 10.59% 73.73%
202.510.5973.73HWB
Hue
Whiteness
Blackness
hex#1B3443
rgb27 52 67
hsl202.5deg 42.55% 18.43%
cmyk59.7% 22.39% 0% 73.73%
hwb202.5deg 10.59% 73.73%
xyz-d650.03 0.03 0.06
oklch0.312 0.0412 236.51
oklab0.312 -0.02 -0.03
CMYK
59.7% 22.39% 0% 73.73%
59.722.39073.73CMYK
Cyan
Magenta
Yellow
Key
XYZ-d65
0.03 0.03 0.06
0.030.030.06XYZ
X
Y
Z
OKLCH
0.312 0.0412 236.51
0.3120.0412236.51LCH
Lightness
Chroma
Hue
OKLAB
0.312 -0.02 -0.03
0.312-0.02-0.03LAB
Lightness
Green-Red
Blue-Yellow

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