Cerulean Blue

#264BC0

General Information about Cerulean Blue

The hex color #264BC0, commonly referred to as Cerulean Blue, is a captivating shade of blue located in the blue-violet spectrum. It is a mixture of blue and violet hues, resulting in a color that exudes a sense of tranquility, depth, and sophistication. In the RGB (Red, Green, Blue) color model, #264BC0 is composed of 14.9% red, 29.4% green, and 75.3% blue. In the CMYK (Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, Black) color model, it consists of 80% cyan, 61% magenta, 0% yellow, and 25% black. This color is often associated with the sea and the sky, thus symbolizing serenity, vastness, and inspiration. Cerulean Blue is versatile and can be used in various design contexts, from digital interfaces to interior decoration, where it can evoke feelings of calmness and creativity.

The hex color #264BC0, also known as Cerulean Blue, presents some accessibility challenges, particularly concerning color contrast. When used as a background color for text, it necessitates a light text color to ensure readability. According to WCAG (Web Content Accessibility Guidelines), sufficient contrast is essential for users with visual impairments. A contrast ratio of at least 4.5:1 is recommended for normal text and 3:1 for large text. Testing the color combination with online contrast checkers is advisable to meet these guidelines. Furthermore, avoid using this color as the sole indicator of interactive elements, as users who are colorblind may not be able to distinguish them. Providing alternative visual cues, such as underlines or icons, is crucial for inclusive design. Ensure any interactive elements have proper ARIA attributes for screen reader users.

Shades

Digital Color Formats

RGB
38 75 192
RGB38 75 192
Red
Green
Blue
HSL
225.58deg 66.96% 45.1%
225.5866.9645.1HSL
Hue
Saturation
Lightness
HWB
225.58deg 14.9% 24.71%
225.5814.924.71HWB
Hue
Whiteness
Blackness
hex#264BC0
rgb38 75 192
hsl225.58deg 66.96% 45.1%
cmyk80.21% 60.94% 0% 24.71%
hwb225.58deg 14.9% 24.71%
xyz-d650.13 0.09 0.51
oklch0.4637 0.1882 265.74
oklab0.4637 -0.01 -0.19
CMYK
80.21% 60.94% 0% 24.71%
80.2160.94024.71CMYK
Cyan
Magenta
Yellow
Key
XYZ-d65
0.13 0.09 0.51
0.130.090.51XYZ
X
Y
Z
OKLCH
0.4637 0.1882 265.74
0.46370.1882265.74LCH
Lightness
Chroma
Hue
OKLAB
0.4637 -0.01 -0.19
0.4637-0.01-0.19LAB
Lightness
Green-Red
Blue-Yellow

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