Persian Blue

#1D2CC9

General Information about Persian Blue

The hexadecimal color #1D2CC9, also known as Persian Blue, is a deep, rich shade of blue that evokes feelings of stability, trust, and intelligence. It is a popular color choice in various design fields due to its versatility and visual appeal. In the RGB color model, #1D2CC9 consists of 11.4% red, 17.3% green, and 78.8% blue. This combination results in a color that is both calming and impactful, making it suitable for a wide range of applications. Persian Blue is often associated with royalty, wisdom, and sophistication, and its use can add a touch of elegance to any design. Its CMYK values are 0.85, 0.78, 0.00, 0.21 which stands for Cyan, Magenta, Yellow and Black values.

The hex color #1D2CC9, also known as Persian Blue, presents specific accessibility challenges. With its relatively low luminance, it may pose difficulties for users with visual impairments, particularly when used as text on a white or light-colored background. To ensure inclusivity, it is crucial to assess the contrast ratio between this color and its background using WCAG guidelines. A contrast ratio of at least 4.5:1 is recommended for standard text and 3:1 for large text. If the contrast ratio falls below these thresholds, consider using a lighter tint of Persian Blue or opting for a darker background color to improve readability. Additionally, avoid relying solely on color to convey important information, as colorblind users may not be able to distinguish it effectively. Supplement color cues with text labels, icons, or other visual indicators to enhance accessibility for all users.

Shades

Digital Color Formats

RGB
29 44 201
RGB29 44 201
Red
Green
Blue
HSL
234.77deg 74.78% 45.1%
234.7774.7845.1HSL
Hue
Saturation
Lightness
HWB
234.77deg 11.37% 21.18%
234.7711.3721.18HWB
Hue
Whiteness
Blackness
hex#1D2CC9
rgb29 44 201
hsl234.77deg 74.78% 45.1%
cmyk85.57% 78.11% 0% 21.18%
hwb234.77deg 11.37% 21.18%
xyz-d650.12 0.06 0.56
oklch0.4193 0.2338 267.58
oklab0.4193 -0.01 -0.23
CMYK
85.57% 78.11% 0% 21.18%
85.5778.11021.18CMYK
Cyan
Magenta
Yellow
Key
XYZ-d65
0.12 0.06 0.56
0.120.060.56XYZ
X
Y
Z
OKLCH
0.4193 0.2338 267.58
0.41930.2338267.58LCH
Lightness
Chroma
Hue
OKLAB
0.4193 -0.01 -0.23
0.4193-0.01-0.23LAB
Lightness
Green-Red
Blue-Yellow

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