Cerulean Blue

#2454C2

General Information about Cerulean Blue

The hex color #2454C2, also known as Cerulean Blue, is a deep and vibrant shade of blue. It is composed of 14.1% red, 33% green, and 76.9% blue. In the RGB color model, it signifies a strong presence of blue light, resulting in its distinctive appearance. This particular shade of blue is often associated with tranquility, stability, and trustworthiness. In color psychology, blue is known to evoke feelings of calmness and security, making it a popular choice for branding and design where these attributes are desired. Cerulean blue is frequently used in corporate logos, websites, and marketing materials to convey a sense of professionalism and reliability. It's a versatile color that can be used both as a primary color and as an accent color to highlight specific elements.

The hex color #2454C2, a shade of cerulean blue, presents several accessibility considerations for web developers. Its contrast ratio with white text is moderate, making it generally acceptable for headings and larger text elements. However, it may fall short of WCAG AA standards for smaller body text. Using a color contrast checker is highly recommended to ensure compliance, especially for crucial text. Darkening the color slightly or using a lighter shade of yellow or white for text can improve readability. Additionally, avoid relying solely on color to convey important information; use icons or text labels to ensure usability for users with visual impairments. When using this color for interactive elements like buttons, ensure sufficient visual feedback (e.g., a change in brightness or a distinct border) on hover and focus states to meet WCAG 2.1 success criteria.

Shades

Digital Color Formats

RGB
36 84 194
RGB36 84 194
Red
Green
Blue
HSL
221.77deg 68.7% 45.1%
221.7768.745.1HSL
Hue
Saturation
Lightness
HWB
221.77deg 14.12% 23.92%
221.7714.1223.92HWB
Hue
Whiteness
Blackness
hex#2454C2
rgb36 84 194
hsl221.77deg 68.7% 45.1%
cmyk81.44% 56.7% 0% 23.92%
hwb221.77deg 14.12% 23.92%
xyz-d650.14 0.11 0.52
oklch0.4824 0.1804 263.39
oklab0.4824 -0.02 -0.18
CMYK
81.44% 56.7% 0% 23.92%
81.4456.7023.92CMYK
Cyan
Magenta
Yellow
Key
XYZ-d65
0.14 0.11 0.52
0.140.110.52XYZ
X
Y
Z
OKLCH
0.4824 0.1804 263.39
0.48240.1804263.39LCH
Lightness
Chroma
Hue
OKLAB
0.4824 -0.02 -0.18
0.4824-0.02-0.18LAB
Lightness
Green-Red
Blue-Yellow

Alternative colors

Applications

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