Ebony Clay

#1E243B

General Information about Ebony Clay

The hexadecimal color code #1E243B, commonly known as Ebony Clay, is a dark, muted shade that resides in the blue-violet spectrum. It is composed of 11.8% red, 14.1% green, and 23.1% blue. In the RGB color model, it is represented as (30, 36, 59). The color is often associated with qualities like sophistication, elegance, and neutrality. It is frequently used in design and art to create a sense of depth and calmness. The specific blend of RGB values results in a subtle and understated tone that makes it versatile for various applications. Due to its darkness, it is often paired with lighter colors to achieve visual balance and contrast.

The hex color #1E243B, also known as Ebony Clay, presents some accessibility challenges, particularly regarding color contrast. When used as a background color, it requires very light text to ensure readability. According to WCAG guidelines, a contrast ratio of at least 4.5:1 is recommended for normal text and 3:1 for large text. Given its dark nature, pairing #1E243B with colors like white (#FFFFFF) or very light shades of gray is crucial. Tools like contrast checkers can assist in verifying compliance. Also, avoid using this color for essential visual elements like buttons or links without sufficient contrast, and consider providing alternative high-contrast themes for users with visual impairments. Ensuring proper color contrast is vital for inclusive design and accessibility.

Shades

Digital Color Formats

RGB
30 36 59
RGB30 36 59
Red
Green
Blue
HSL
227.59deg 32.58% 17.45%
227.5932.5817.45HSL
Hue
Saturation
Lightness
HWB
227.59deg 11.76% 76.86%
227.5911.7676.86HWB
Hue
Whiteness
Blackness
hex#1E243B
rgb30 36 59
hsl227.59deg 32.58% 17.45%
cmyk49.15% 38.98% 0% 76.86%
hwb227.59deg 11.76% 76.86%
xyz-d650.02 0.02 0.04
oklch0.2663 0.044 272.01
oklab0.2663 0 -0.04
CMYK
49.15% 38.98% 0% 76.86%
49.1538.98076.86CMYK
Cyan
Magenta
Yellow
Key
XYZ-d65
0.02 0.02 0.04
0.020.020.04XYZ
X
Y
Z
OKLCH
0.2663 0.044 272.01
0.26630.044272.01LCH
Lightness
Chroma
Hue
OKLAB
0.2663 0 -0.04
0.26630-0.04LAB
Lightness
Green-Red
Blue-Yellow

Alternative colors

Applications

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