Chathams Blue

#1E4A7C

General Information about Chathams Blue

Chathams Blue, represented by the hexadecimal color code #1E4A7C, is a dark, muted shade of blue. It evokes feelings of calmness, stability, and professionalism. In the RGB color model, it is composed of 12.2% red, 29% green, and 48.6% blue. The CMYK representation is 75% cyan, 40% magenta, 0% yellow, and 51% black. This color is often associated with trustworthiness and authority, making it a popular choice for corporate branding and website design. Its relatively low saturation gives it a sophisticated and understated appearance. The name 'Chathams Blue' suggests a connection to the Chatham Islands, known for their remote and serene landscapes, further reinforcing the color's association with tranquility.

The color #1E4A7C, also known as Chathams Blue, presents some accessibility considerations for web design. Its relatively dark hue necessitates careful selection of text and interactive element colors to ensure sufficient contrast. According to WCAG guidelines, a contrast ratio of at least 4.5:1 is recommended for standard text and 3:1 for large text. When using #1E4A7C as a background, lighter colors like white (#FFFFFF) or very pale yellow (#FFFFE0) are suitable choices for foreground text. Testing color combinations with accessibility tools is crucial to verify compliance and guarantee readability for users with visual impairments. Also, avoid using color as the sole means of conveying important information, as this can exclude users who are colorblind.

Shades

Digital Color Formats

RGB
30 74 124
RGB30 74 124
Red
Green
Blue
HSL
211.91deg 61.04% 30.2%
211.9161.0430.2HSL
Hue
Saturation
Lightness
HWB
211.91deg 11.76% 51.37%
211.9111.7651.37HWB
Hue
Whiteness
Blackness
hex#1E4A7C
rgb30 74 124
hsl211.91deg 61.04% 30.2%
cmyk75.81% 40.32% 0% 51.37%
hwb211.91deg 11.76% 51.37%
xyz-d650.07 0.07 0.2
oklch0.4053 0.0973 253.74
oklab0.4053 -0.03 -0.09
CMYK
75.81% 40.32% 0% 51.37%
75.8140.32051.37CMYK
Cyan
Magenta
Yellow
Key
XYZ-d65
0.07 0.07 0.2
0.070.070.2XYZ
X
Y
Z
OKLCH
0.4053 0.0973 253.74
0.40530.0973253.74LCH
Lightness
Chroma
Hue
OKLAB
0.4053 -0.03 -0.09
0.4053-0.03-0.09LAB
Lightness
Green-Red
Blue-Yellow

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