Cerulean Blue

#1D4BB9

General Information about Cerulean Blue

Cerulean Blue, represented by the hexadecimal color code #1D4BB9, is a captivating shade of blue that evokes a sense of calmness and serenity. This color resides in the blue color spectrum, leaning towards the deeper, more saturated end. It is often associated with the sky and the sea, conveying feelings of tranquility, peace, and stability. In color psychology, blue is known to inspire trust, loyalty, and confidence, making Cerulean Blue a popular choice for branding and design in various industries. Its unique blend of depth and clarity sets it apart from other blues, lending it an air of sophistication and elegance. Cerulean blue works best in places that needs clarity and sophistication.

The color #1D4BB9, a deep shade of blue, presents some accessibility considerations for web development. When used as a background color, it's crucial to ensure sufficient contrast with the text color. A light text color such as white or a very light gray is recommended to meet WCAG (Web Content Accessibility Guidelines) standards for contrast ratio. A contrast ratio of at least 4.5:1 is required for normal text and 3:1 for large text. Using a color contrast checker tool can help verify compliance. Furthermore, avoid using this color as the sole indicator of interactive elements like links or buttons. Supplement with underlines, borders, or icons to ensure users with color vision deficiencies can still identify interactive elements. Consider the overall user experience, providing alternatives to convey information that might be missed due to color perception differences. Thoughtful design choices significantly improve accessibility for all users, regardless of visual abilities.

Shades

Digital Color Formats

RGB
29 75 185
RGB29 75 185
Red
Green
Blue
HSL
222.31deg 72.9% 41.96%
222.3172.941.96HSL
Hue
Saturation
Lightness
HWB
222.31deg 11.37% 27.45%
222.3111.3727.45HWB
Hue
Whiteness
Blackness
hex#1D4BB9
rgb29 75 185
hsl222.31deg 72.9% 41.96%
cmyk84.32% 59.46% 0% 27.45%
hwb222.31deg 11.37% 27.45%
xyz-d650.12 0.09 0.47
oklch0.4545 0.1811 263.59
oklab0.4545 -0.02 -0.18
CMYK
84.32% 59.46% 0% 27.45%
84.3259.46027.45CMYK
Cyan
Magenta
Yellow
Key
XYZ-d65
0.12 0.09 0.47
0.120.090.47XYZ
X
Y
Z
OKLCH
0.4545 0.1811 263.59
0.45450.1811263.59LCH
Lightness
Chroma
Hue
OKLAB
0.4545 -0.02 -0.18
0.4545-0.02-0.18LAB
Lightness
Green-Red
Blue-Yellow

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