Casal

#225B66

General Information about #225B66

The hexadecimal color #225B66, also known as Casal, is a dark, muted shade of cyan. It is composed of 13.33% red, 35.69% green, and 40% blue. In the RGB color model, this equates to R:34, G:91, B:102. The color's CMYK values are C:67, M:11, Y:0, K:60, placing it firmly within the cyan-dominant spectrum. Casal’s subdued nature lends itself to creating a sense of calmness and sophistication, often used in designs requiring a touch of understated elegance. This color has a wavelength of approximately 483.79 nm. Its relative darkness also impacts its applicability in user interfaces, requiring careful consideration of contrast ratios for accessibility.

The color #225B66, also known as Casal, presents some accessibility considerations for web developers. When used as a background color, it's crucial to ensure sufficient contrast with text and other foreground elements. A contrast ratio of at least 4.5:1 is recommended for standard text and 3:1 for large text to meet WCAG AA guidelines. Using a color contrast checker is highly advisable to verify compliance. Visually impaired users may struggle to differentiate elements if the contrast is insufficient. Additionally, avoid using this color as the sole indicator of important information, such as links or interactive elements. Supplement color cues with text labels or icons to ensure accessibility for users with color blindness. Careful consideration of color combinations and sufficient contrast will enhance the user experience for all individuals.

Shades

Digital Color Formats

RGB
34 91 102
RGB34 91 102
Red
Green
Blue
HSL
189.71deg 50% 26.67%
189.715026.67HSL
Hue
Saturation
Lightness
HWB
189.71deg 13.33% 60%
189.7113.3360HWB
Hue
Whiteness
Blackness
hex#225B66
rgb34 91 102
hsl189.71deg 50% 26.67%
cmyk66.67% 10.78% 0% 60%
hwb189.71deg 13.33% 60%
xyz-d650.07 0.09 0.14
oklch0.4387 0.0611 212.53
oklab0.4387 -0.05 -0.03
CMYK
66.67% 10.78% 0% 60%
66.6710.78060CMYK
Cyan
Magenta
Yellow
Key
XYZ-d65
0.07 0.09 0.14
0.070.090.14XYZ
X
Y
Z
OKLCH
0.4387 0.0611 212.53
0.43870.0611212.53LCH
Lightness
Chroma
Hue
OKLAB
0.4387 -0.05 -0.03
0.4387-0.05-0.03LAB
Lightness
Green-Red
Blue-Yellow

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