Chathams Blue

#205080

General Information about Chathams Blue

The color #205080, also known as Chathams Blue, is a dark shade of cyan-blue. It is a color that evokes feelings of calmness, stability, and trust. In the RGB color model, it is composed of 12.55% red, 31.37% green, and 50.2% blue. In the CMYK color model, it consists of 75% cyan, 38% magenta, 0% yellow, and 50% black. This hex color is often associated with corporate branding and is frequently used in technology-related fields. It's a versatile color that can be used in a variety of design applications, from web design to interior decoration, making it a popular choice for designers seeking a professional and sophisticated look. The color name “Chathams Blue” comes from the Chatham Islands, a remote archipelago in the Pacific Ocean.

The hex color #205080, also known as Chathams Blue, presents some accessibility considerations for web developers. When used as a background color, it's crucial to ensure sufficient contrast with the foreground text color to meet WCAG (Web Content Accessibility Guidelines) standards. A contrast ratio of at least 4.5:1 is recommended for normal text and 3:1 for large text. Using a light color like white or a pale yellow as the foreground text color can help achieve this. If the contrast is insufficient, users with visual impairments may have difficulty reading the content. Tools like WebAIM's Contrast Checker can be invaluable for verifying compliance. Furthermore, avoid using color as the sole means of conveying important information; supplement it with text or icons to accommodate users who are colorblind or have other visual limitations. Proper use of ARIA attributes can also enhance accessibility for assistive technologies.

Shades

Digital Color Formats

RGB
32 80 128
RGB32 80 128
Red
Green
Blue
HSL
210deg 60% 31.37%
2106031.37HSL
Hue
Saturation
Lightness
HWB
210deg 12.55% 49.8%
21012.5549.8HWB
Hue
Whiteness
Blackness
hex#205080
rgb32 80 128
hsl210deg 60% 31.37%
cmyk75% 37.5% 0% 49.8%
hwb210deg 12.55% 49.8%
xyz-d650.07 0.08 0.22
oklch0.4234 0.0955 251.14
oklab0.4234 -0.03 -0.09
CMYK
75% 37.5% 0% 49.8%
7537.5049.8CMYK
Cyan
Magenta
Yellow
Key
XYZ-d65
0.07 0.08 0.22
0.070.080.22XYZ
X
Y
Z
OKLCH
0.4234 0.0955 251.14
0.42340.0955251.14LCH
Lightness
Chroma
Hue
OKLAB
0.4234 -0.03 -0.09
0.4234-0.03-0.09LAB
Lightness
Green-Red
Blue-Yellow

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