Blue Ribbon

#1F55F9

General Information

The hexadecimal color #1F55F9, also known as Blue Ribbon, is a vibrant and saturated shade of blue. It is composed of 12.2% red, 33.3% green, and 97.6% blue. In the RGB color space, it represents a high intensity of blue light, creating a visually striking effect. This color is often associated with feelings of trust, intelligence, and confidence. It has a modern and energetic feel, making it suitable for a wide range of applications. Blue Ribbon is a color that immediately draws the eye and can be used to create a strong visual impact. Its high blue content also gives it a cool undertone. Blue Ribbon is a popular choice in branding and marketing to convey reliability and innovation.

The hex color #1F55F9, also known as Blue Ribbon, presents some accessibility challenges, especially in text-based applications. Its relatively low luminance value means that it requires careful consideration of contrast ratios to ensure readability for users with visual impairments. According to WCAG guidelines, a contrast ratio of at least 4.5:1 is recommended for normal text and 3:1 for large text. When using #1F55F9 as a background, it's crucial to pair it with a light foreground color, such as white or a very pale yellow, to meet these contrast requirements. Conversely, if #1F55F9 is used as the text color, a dark background is necessary. Tools like contrast checkers can help designers and developers verify that their color combinations are accessible to all users, including those with low vision or color blindness. Ensuring sufficient contrast is essential for creating inclusive and user-friendly designs.

Shades

Digital Color Formats

RGB
31 85 249
RGB31 85 249
Red
Green
Blue
HSL
225.14deg 94.78% 54.9%
225.1494.7854.9HSL
Hue
Saturation
Lightness
HWB
225.14deg 12.16% 2.35%
225.1412.162.35HWB
Hue
Whiteness
Blackness
hex#1F55F9
rgb31 85 249
hsl225.14deg 94.78% 54.9%
cmyk87.55% 65.86% 0% 2.35%
hwb225.14deg 12.16% 2.35%
xyz-d650.21 0.14 0.91
oklch0.5318 0.2493 264.6
oklab0.5318 -0.02 -0.25
CMYK
87.55% 65.86% 0% 2.35%
87.5565.8602.35CMYK
Cyan
Magenta
Yellow
Key
XYZ-d65
0.21 0.14 0.91
0.210.140.91XYZ
X
Y
Z
OKLCH
0.5318 0.2493 264.6
0.53180.2493264.6LCH
Lightness
Chroma
Hue
OKLAB
0.5318 -0.02 -0.25
0.5318-0.02-0.25LAB
Lightness
Green-Red
Blue-Yellow

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Applications

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