Persian Blue

#1D42C9

General Information about Persian Blue

Persian Blue, with the hexadecimal code #1D42C9, is a deep, saturated blue color. It's located in the blue region of the color spectrum and is often associated with feelings of trust, stability, and intelligence. In color psychology, blue is known to evoke a sense of calm and serenity, making it a popular choice for branding in industries that want to convey trustworthiness. The color is composed of 11.4% red, 25.9% green, and 78.8% blue. Persian Blue is often used in corporate branding, website design, and educational materials due to its professional and reliable connotations. It can also be used to create a sense of depth and sophistication in designs.

The accessibility of #1D42C9 (Persian Blue) should be carefully considered, especially for text and interactive elements. With a relatively low luminance, it necessitates a lighter foreground color for sufficient contrast. Using a color contrast checker is essential to ensure compliance with WCAG guidelines. A contrast ratio of at least 4.5:1 is recommended for normal text and 3:1 for large text. White or very light shades of yellow or green would likely work well as foreground colors. Avoid pairing Persian Blue with darker colors, as this would make content difficult to read. Thoughtful color choices ensure inclusivity and optimal user experience, especially for users with visual impairments.

Shades

Digital Color Formats

RGB
29 66 201
RGB29 66 201
Red
Green
Blue
HSL
227.09deg 74.78% 45.1%
227.0974.7845.1HSL
Hue
Saturation
Lightness
HWB
227.09deg 11.37% 21.18%
227.0911.3721.18HWB
Hue
Whiteness
Blackness
hex#1D42C9
rgb29 66 201
hsl227.09deg 74.78% 45.1%
cmyk85.57% 67.16% 0% 21.18%
hwb227.09deg 11.37% 21.18%
xyz-d650.13 0.08 0.56
oklch0.4527 0.2121 265.67
oklab0.4527 -0.02 -0.21
CMYK
85.57% 67.16% 0% 21.18%
85.5767.16021.18CMYK
Cyan
Magenta
Yellow
Key
XYZ-d65
0.13 0.08 0.56
0.130.080.56XYZ
X
Y
Z
OKLCH
0.4527 0.2121 265.67
0.45270.2121265.67LCH
Lightness
Chroma
Hue
OKLAB
0.4527 -0.02 -0.21
0.4527-0.02-0.21LAB
Lightness
Green-Red
Blue-Yellow

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