Deep Koamaru

#252279

General Information about #252279

The hexadecimal color code #252279 represents a dark shade of blue, often referred to as Deep Koamaru. In the RGB color model, it consists of 14.51% red, 13.33% green, and 47.45% blue. This color belongs to the blue-violet spectrum and conveys a sense of depth, calmness, and sophistication. It is often associated with trust, intelligence, and stability, making it a popular choice for corporate branding and designs aiming to project a sense of reliability. The color's darkness implies elegance and can create a strong visual impact when used effectively. Understanding the components of this color allows designers to make informed decisions about its application and compatibility with other colors.

The color #252279, also known as Deep Koamaru, presents some accessibility challenges, especially regarding text legibility. When using this color for backgrounds, it's crucial to ensure that the text overlaid has sufficient contrast to meet WCAG (Web Content Accessibility Guidelines) standards. Specifically, a contrast ratio of at least 4.5:1 for normal text and 3:1 for large text is recommended. Light text colors like white or very light shades of yellow or green can improve readability against the dark blue background. Tools like contrast checkers can accurately determine the contrast ratio. When using this color for interactive elements, consider providing additional visual cues besides color alone, such as underlines for links or icons for buttons, to assist users with color vision deficiencies. Ensuring proper focus indicators for interactive elements is also essential for keyboard navigation.

Shades

Digital Color Formats

RGB
37 34 121
RGB37 34 121
Red
Green
Blue
HSL
242.07deg 56.13% 30.39%
242.0756.1330.39HSL
Hue
Saturation
Lightness
HWB
242.07deg 13.33% 52.55%
242.0713.3352.55HWB
Hue
Whiteness
Blackness
hex#252279
rgb37 34 121
hsl242.07deg 56.13% 30.39%
cmyk69.42% 71.9% 0% 52.55%
hwb242.07deg 13.33% 52.55%
xyz-d650.05 0.03 0.18
oklch0.3208 0.1424 276.28
oklab0.3208 0.02 -0.14
CMYK
69.42% 71.9% 0% 52.55%
69.4271.9052.55CMYK
Cyan
Magenta
Yellow
Key
XYZ-d65
0.05 0.03 0.18
0.050.030.18XYZ
X
Y
Z
OKLCH
0.3208 0.1424 276.28
0.32080.1424276.28LCH
Lightness
Chroma
Hue
OKLAB
0.3208 0.02 -0.14
0.32080.02-0.14LAB
Lightness
Green-Red
Blue-Yellow

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