Persian Blue

#1E36AC

General Information about Persian Blue

The color #1E36AC, also known as Persian Blue, is a deep and rich shade of blue with a slight hint of violet. It belongs to the blue color family and is often associated with feelings of trust, loyalty, and intelligence. In the RGB color model, #1E36AC consists of 12.2% red, 21.2% green, and 67.5% blue. In the CMYK color model, commonly used in printing, it is composed of 82% cyan, 68% magenta, 0% yellow, and 33% black. Persian Blue is a versatile color that can be used in various design applications to evoke a sense of sophistication, stability, and authority. It's name comes from the perceived color association with historical Persian artworks and culture.

The hex color #1E36AC, also known as Persian Blue, presents some accessibility challenges, particularly regarding text visibility. When used as a background color, it necessitates light-colored text (white or near-white) to ensure sufficient contrast for readability. According to WCAG guidelines, a contrast ratio of at least 4.5:1 is recommended for standard text and 3:1 for large text. The contrast ratio between #1E36AC and black is insufficient, making black text on a #1E36AC background difficult to read. It is important to evaluate the color pairings with contrast checking tools. Using this color for decorative elements or in areas where text is not critical is generally acceptable, but careful consideration should be given to its use in interactive elements and areas requiring clear communication, always test your design with accessibility in mind.

Shades

Digital Color Formats

RGB
30 54 172
RGB30 54 172
Red
Green
Blue
HSL
229.86deg 70.3% 39.61%
229.8670.339.61HSL
Hue
Saturation
Lightness
HWB
229.86deg 11.76% 32.55%
229.8611.7632.55HWB
Hue
Whiteness
Blackness
hex#1E36AC
rgb30 54 172
hsl229.86deg 70.3% 39.61%
cmyk82.56% 68.6% 0% 32.55%
hwb229.86deg 11.76% 32.55%
xyz-d650.09 0.06 0.4
oklch0.4034 0.1887 267.34
oklab0.4034 -0.01 -0.19
CMYK
82.56% 68.6% 0% 32.55%
82.5668.6032.55CMYK
Cyan
Magenta
Yellow
Key
XYZ-d65
0.09 0.06 0.4
0.090.060.4XYZ
X
Y
Z
OKLCH
0.4034 0.1887 267.34
0.40340.1887267.34LCH
Lightness
Chroma
Hue
OKLAB
0.4034 -0.01 -0.19
0.4034-0.01-0.19LAB
Lightness
Green-Red
Blue-Yellow

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