Cerulean Blue

#2658C0

About Cerulean Blue

Cerulean Blue, identified by the hexadecimal code #2658C0, is a captivating shade of blue that evokes feelings of serenity and depth. It is positioned within the blue color spectrum, leaning towards the cyan side. This color is often associated with the sky and the ocean, symbolizing tranquility, peace, and vastness. In color psychology, blue is known to represent trust, stability, and wisdom. Cerulean Blue is frequently utilized in design to convey a sense of professionalism, reliability, and sophistication. It's versatility makes it a popular choice across various industries, from technology and finance to healthcare and education. The color's ability to promote calmness and focus makes it suitable for creating productive and harmonious environments.

Cerulean Blue, represented by the hex code #2658C0, offers moderate accessibility. When used as a foreground color, it's crucial to pair it with a light background to ensure sufficient contrast for readability, especially for users with visual impairments. A contrast ratio of at least 4.5:1 is recommended for body text, as specified by WCAG guidelines. For larger text elements like headings, a contrast ratio of 3:1 is acceptable. Tools like WebAIM's contrast checker can help verify compliance. Avoid using #2658C0 for critical interface elements without careful consideration of its contrast against the surrounding colors, as it may pose usability challenges for some individuals. Implementing sufficient white space around text and interactive elements can further improve accessibility. Color blindness simulators can also aid in evaluating how this color is perceived by individuals with different types of color vision deficiencies.

Shades

Digital Color Formats

RGB
38 88 192
RGB38 88 192
Red
Green
Blue
HSL
220.52deg 66.96% 45.1%
220.5266.9645.1HSL
Hue
Saturation
Lightness
HWB
220.52deg 14.9% 24.71%
220.5214.924.71HWB
Hue
Whiteness
Blackness
hex#2658C0
rgb38 88 192
hsl220.52deg 66.96% 45.1%
cmyk80.21% 54.17% 0% 24.71%
hwb220.52deg 14.9% 24.71%
xyz-d650.14 0.11 0.51
oklch0.4896 0.1724 262.57
oklab0.4896 -0.02 -0.17
CMYK
80.21% 54.17% 0% 24.71%
80.2154.17024.71CMYK
Cyan
Magenta
Yellow
Key
XYZ-d65
0.14 0.11 0.51
0.140.110.51XYZ
X
Y
Z
OKLCH
0.4896 0.1724 262.57
0.48960.1724262.57LCH
Lightness
Chroma
Hue
OKLAB
0.4896 -0.02 -0.17
0.4896-0.02-0.17LAB
Lightness
Green-Red
Blue-Yellow

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