Ebony Clay

#23203D

General Information about #23203D

The hex color #23203D, also known as Ebony Clay, is a dark, muted shade that resides in the realm of deep purples and grays. It is composed of 13.73% red, 12.55% green, and 23.92% blue. In the RGB color space, it's closer to blue, giving it a cool undertone. This color is often associated with sophistication, mystery, and elegance. It can evoke feelings of calmness and introspection, making it suitable for designs aiming for a serene or contemplative atmosphere. In color theory, #23203D can be considered a tertiary color, falling between purple and gray. Its subtle nature makes it a versatile choice for backgrounds, text, and accent elements in various design contexts. The perceived color can subtly shift depending on the surrounding colors and lighting conditions, highlighting its complex nature.

The hex color #23203D, also known as Ebony Clay, presents some accessibility challenges, especially concerning color contrast. When used as a background color, sufficient contrast with text or other foreground elements is crucial for readability. According to WCAG guidelines, the contrast ratio between text and background should be at least 4.5:1 for normal text and 3:1 for large text (14pt bold or 18pt regular). Due to its dark nature, #23203D requires very light text colors like white or light grays to meet these standards. Tools like contrast checkers can help ensure compliance. Careful consideration is needed when using this color for interactive elements such as buttons or links, as users need to clearly distinguish these elements. Designers should also avoid pairing it with similarly dark colors, as this can lead to visual impairment and a poor user experience. Remember to test color combinations with users who have visual impairments to gather direct feedback.

Shades

Digital Color Formats

RGB
35 32 61
RGB35 32 61
Red
Green
Blue
HSL
246.21deg 31.18% 18.24%
246.2131.1818.24HSL
Hue
Saturation
Lightness
HWB
246.21deg 12.55% 76.08%
246.2112.5576.08HWB
Hue
Whiteness
Blackness
hex#23203D
rgb35 32 61
hsl246.21deg 31.18% 18.24%
cmyk42.62% 47.54% 0% 76.08%
hwb246.21deg 12.55% 76.08%
xyz-d650.02 0.02 0.05
oklch0.2624 0.0534 286.85
oklab0.2624 0.02 -0.05
CMYK
42.62% 47.54% 0% 76.08%
42.6247.54076.08CMYK
Cyan
Magenta
Yellow
Key
XYZ-d65
0.02 0.02 0.05
0.020.020.05XYZ
X
Y
Z
OKLCH
0.2624 0.0534 286.85
0.26240.0534286.85LCH
Lightness
Chroma
Hue
OKLAB
0.2624 0.02 -0.05
0.26240.02-0.05LAB
Lightness
Green-Red
Blue-Yellow

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