Blue Dianne

#204450

General Information about #204450

The hex color #204450, often referred to as "Blue Dianne," is a dark, desaturated shade of cyan. In the RGB color model, it is composed of 12.55% red, 26.67% green, and 31.37% blue. This specific combination results in a hue that is both calming and somewhat mysterious. Its subdued nature makes it suitable for applications where a subtle yet sophisticated color is desired. In the world of color psychology, blues are often associated with tranquility, trust, and stability. The de-saturated nature of "Blue Dianne" tempers these associations, making it less overtly emotional and more grounded. This makes it a versatile choice for designs aiming to convey a sense of professionalism, reliability, or understated elegance.

The hex color #204450, also known as Blue Dianne, presents some accessibility challenges, particularly for users with visual impairments. Its relatively low luminance value (a measure of its perceived brightness) means that text rendered in this color may lack sufficient contrast against a white or light-colored background, making it difficult to read. Conversely, using white or light text on a #204450 background might also pose readability issues if the text is too small or thin. To ensure accessibility, web developers should carefully consider the color contrast ratio between text and background. Tools are available to calculate this ratio and determine whether it meets the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) standards. A contrast ratio of at least 4.5:1 is recommended for normal-sized text and 3:1 for large text. Additionally, providing alternative visual cues, such as icons or underlines, can help users distinguish links and other interactive elements.

Shades

Digital Color Formats

RGB
32 68 80
RGB32 68 80
Red
Green
Blue
HSL
195deg 42.86% 21.96%
19542.8621.96HSL
Hue
Saturation
Lightness
HWB
195deg 12.55% 68.63%
19512.5568.63HWB
Hue
Whiteness
Blackness
hex#204450
rgb32 68 80
hsl195deg 42.86% 21.96%
cmyk60% 15% 0% 68.63%
hwb195deg 12.55% 68.63%
xyz-d650.04 0.05 0.08
oklch0.3653 0.0462 222.16
oklab0.3653 -0.03 -0.03
CMYK
60% 15% 0% 68.63%
6015068.63CMYK
Cyan
Magenta
Yellow
Key
XYZ-d65
0.04 0.05 0.08
0.040.050.08XYZ
X
Y
Z
OKLCH
0.3653 0.0462 222.16
0.36530.0462222.16LCH
Lightness
Chroma
Hue
OKLAB
0.3653 -0.03 -0.03
0.3653-0.03-0.03LAB
Lightness
Green-Red
Blue-Yellow

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