Persian Blue

#242DF3

General Information about Persian Blue

The hex color #242DF3, also known as Persian Blue, is a vibrant and deep shade of blue. It belongs to the blue color family and is characterized by its strong saturation and slightly purplish undertones. This color evokes feelings of sophistication, creativity, and trustworthiness. In color psychology, blue is often associated with stability, depth, and confidence. Persian Blue's intensity makes it suitable for use in designs where a strong visual impact is desired. However, its depth requires careful consideration of contrast and complementary colors to ensure readability and accessibility, especially in text-based applications. It is named after a color traditionally associated with Persian art and culture, reflecting its rich and historical roots.

The hex color #242DF3, also known as Persian Blue, presents some accessibility challenges, particularly regarding color contrast. When used as text against a white background, the contrast ratio might not meet WCAG (Web Content Accessibility Guidelines) standards for sufficient readability. This is especially critical for users with visual impairments. To improve accessibility, consider pairing it with lighter shades of yellow, white, or other highly contrasting colors. Using it for decorative elements, where color isn't essential for understanding content, can also mitigate accessibility issues. Ensure that any interactive elements using this color provide alternative visual cues, like underlines or icons, to convey their function, making the content accessible to a wider audience.

Shades

Digital Color Formats

RGB
36 45 243
RGB36 45 243
Red
Green
Blue
HSL
237.39deg 89.61% 54.71%
237.3989.6154.71HSL
Hue
Saturation
Lightness
HWB
237.39deg 14.12% 4.71%
237.3914.124.71HWB
Hue
Whiteness
Blackness
hex#242DF3
rgb36 45 243
hsl237.39deg 89.61% 54.71%
cmyk85.19% 81.48% 0% 4.71%
hwb237.39deg 14.12% 4.71%
xyz-d650.18 0.09 0.86
oklch0.4714 0.2779 267.72
oklab0.4714 -0.01 -0.28
CMYK
85.19% 81.48% 0% 4.71%
85.1981.4804.71CMYK
Cyan
Magenta
Yellow
Key
XYZ-d65
0.18 0.09 0.86
0.180.090.86XYZ
X
Y
Z
OKLCH
0.4714 0.2779 267.72
0.47140.2779267.72LCH
Lightness
Chroma
Hue
OKLAB
0.4714 -0.01 -0.28
0.4714-0.01-0.28LAB
Lightness
Green-Red
Blue-Yellow

Alternative colors

Applications

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