Astronaut

#263975

General Information about #263975

The hexadecimal color #263975, also known as Astronaut, is a dark shade of blue that evokes feelings of calmness, stability, and intelligence. It belongs to the blue color family and has a relatively low saturation, making it a sophisticated and versatile choice for various applications. In the RGB color model, #263975 is composed of 15.9% red, 22.4% green, and 45.9% blue. Its corresponding values in other color models are: CMYK (65% cyan, 51% magenta, 0% yellow, 54% black) and HSL (224 degrees hue, 49% saturation, 31% lightness). This color is often associated with trust, loyalty, and authority, making it a popular choice for corporate branding and professional designs. It's a color that is suitable for both serious and creative applications, offering a balance between formality and creativity.

The color #263975, also known as Astronaut, presents some accessibility challenges, particularly in text-based applications. Due to its relatively dark hue, it demands careful consideration of contrast ratios against lighter backgrounds. According to WCAG guidelines, a contrast ratio of at least 4.5:1 is recommended for normal text and 3:1 for large text. When using #263975 for text, it's crucial to pair it with a background color that meets these contrast requirements to ensure readability for users with visual impairments. White or very light shades of yellow or green would likely work well. Furthermore, avoid using #263975 for small, intricate details or icons, as its low luminance can make it difficult to discern these elements. In user interface design, consider providing alternative color schemes that offer higher contrast for users who require or prefer them. Providing sufficient contrast helps ensure the content is accessible to a wider range of users, including those with low vision or color blindness. Always test color combinations using accessibility tools to verify compliance with accessibility standards.

Shades

Digital Color Formats

RGB
38 57 117
RGB38 57 117
Red
Green
Blue
HSL
225.57deg 50.97% 30.39%
225.5750.9730.39HSL
Hue
Saturation
Lightness
HWB
225.57deg 14.9% 54.12%
225.5714.954.12HWB
Hue
Whiteness
Blackness
hex#263975
rgb38 57 117
hsl225.57deg 50.97% 30.39%
cmyk67.52% 51.28% 0% 54.12%
hwb225.57deg 14.9% 54.12%
xyz-d650.05 0.05 0.17
oklch0.3638 0.1056 267.71
oklab0.3638 0 -0.11
CMYK
67.52% 51.28% 0% 54.12%
67.5251.28054.12CMYK
Cyan
Magenta
Yellow
Key
XYZ-d65
0.05 0.05 0.17
0.050.050.17XYZ
X
Y
Z
OKLCH
0.3638 0.1056 267.71
0.36380.1056267.71LCH
Lightness
Chroma
Hue
OKLAB
0.3638 0 -0.11
0.36380-0.11LAB
Lightness
Green-Red
Blue-Yellow

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