Ebony Clay

#21333C

General Information

The hex color code #21333C, also known as Ebony Clay, is a dark, muted shade of blue-gray. It belongs to the cool color family, evoking feelings of calmness, sophistication, and stability. In the RGB color model, #21333C is composed of 13.92% red, 20% green, and 23.53% blue. This color is often associated with professionalism, elegance, and a sense of quiet confidence. It is frequently used in design to create a sense of depth and visual interest without being overly assertive. The color name, Ebony Clay, further reinforces its connection to natural elements and earthy tones, making it a popular choice for designs aiming to convey a sense of groundedness and reliability.

The color #21333C, also known as Ebony Clay, presents certain accessibility challenges due to its relatively dark nature. When used as a background color, it requires a light text color to ensure sufficient contrast for readability, meeting WCAG (Web Content Accessibility Guidelines) standards. A contrast ratio of at least 4.5:1 is recommended for normal-sized text and 3:1 for large text (14pt bold or 18pt regular) to ensure usability for users with visual impairments. When using this color for text, it’s crucial to select a background color that provides adequate contrast. Tools like contrast checkers can help in verifying compliance with accessibility standards, ensuring that content is accessible to a wider audience, including those with low vision or color blindness. Careful consideration of color combinations is essential for inclusive design.

Shades

Digital Color Formats

RGB
33 51 60
RGB33 51 60
Red
Green
Blue
HSL
200deg 29.03% 18.24%
20029.0318.24HSL
Hue
Saturation
Lightness
HWB
200deg 12.94% 76.47%
20012.9476.47HWB
Hue
Whiteness
Blackness
hex#21333C
rgb33 51 60
hsl200deg 29.03% 18.24%
cmyk45% 15% 0% 76.47%
hwb200deg 12.94% 76.47%
xyz-d650.03 0.03 0.05
oklch0.3095 0.0285 230.55
oklab0.3095 -0.02 -0.02
CMYK
45% 15% 0% 76.47%
4515076.47CMYK
Cyan
Magenta
Yellow
Key
XYZ-d65
0.03 0.03 0.05
0.030.030.05XYZ
X
Y
Z
OKLCH
0.3095 0.0285 230.55
0.30950.0285230.55LCH
Lightness
Chroma
Hue
OKLAB
0.3095 -0.02 -0.02
0.3095-0.02-0.02LAB
Lightness
Green-Red
Blue-Yellow

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