Persian Blue

#202DC6

General Information about Persian Blue

The hex color code #202DC6 represents a specific shade of blue, often referred to as Persian Blue. In the RGB color model, it is composed of 12.55% red, 17.65% green, and 77.65% blue. This signifies that the blue component is significantly higher, giving the color its distinct blue hue. In the CMYK color model, which is commonly used in printing, it is composed of 84% cyan, 77% magenta, 0% yellow, and 22% black. This indicates that it requires a high amount of cyan and magenta to achieve its vibrant color. Persian Blue is often associated with feelings of trust, intelligence, and stability. It is a versatile color that can be used in various design contexts to evoke a sense of professionalism and creativity.

The contrast ratio of #202DC6 with white text is approximately 9.8:1, which is excellent and passes WCAG AAA standards for all text sizes. This means it provides very good readability and is highly accessible to users with visual impairments. When used with black text, the contrast ratio is approximately 2.14:1, which is below the minimum requirement for WCAG AA compliance. Therefore, it's crucial to use lighter shades for text or foreground elements when pairing it with #202DC6 to ensure optimal accessibility. Ensuring sufficient contrast is vital for users with low vision or color blindness, as it helps in distinguishing text and interactive elements effectively. Proper color contrast enhances the user experience by making content easily discernible and navigable.

Shades

Digital Color Formats

RGB
32 45 198
RGB32 45 198
Red
Green
Blue
HSL
235.3deg 72.17% 45.1%
235.372.1745.1HSL
Hue
Saturation
Lightness
HWB
235.3deg 12.55% 22.35%
235.312.5522.35HWB
Hue
Whiteness
Blackness
hex#202DC6
rgb32 45 198
hsl235.3deg 72.17% 45.1%
cmyk83.84% 77.27% 0% 22.35%
hwb235.3deg 12.55% 22.35%
xyz-d650.12 0.06 0.54
oklch0.4183 0.2288 268.21
oklab0.4183 -0.01 -0.23
CMYK
83.84% 77.27% 0% 22.35%
83.8477.27022.35CMYK
Cyan
Magenta
Yellow
Key
XYZ-d65
0.12 0.06 0.54
0.120.060.54XYZ
X
Y
Z
OKLCH
0.4183 0.2288 268.21
0.41830.2288268.21LCH
Lightness
Chroma
Hue
OKLAB
0.4183 -0.01 -0.23
0.4183-0.01-0.23LAB
Lightness
Green-Red
Blue-Yellow

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