Port Gore

#282849

General Information

The hexadecimal color code #282849, also referred to as Port Gore, represents a dark, muted shade of blue-purple. It is composed of 15.7% red, 15.7% green, and 28.6% blue. In the RGB color space, it signifies a subdued tone often associated with calmness and sophistication. The color's relative darkness means it has a low luminance value. Port Gore finds applications in various design contexts, ranging from web design to interior decoration, where a subtle and elegant aesthetic is desired. Its hex code offers a precise way to specify this particular color in digital design projects, ensuring consistency across different platforms and media.

The color #282849, also known as Port Gore, presents specific accessibility considerations, especially when used as a background or text color in web design. Its relatively low luminance can lead to poor contrast against lighter text, potentially violating WCAG (Web Content Accessibility Guidelines) standards. To ensure readability and usability for all users, including those with visual impairments, it's crucial to pair Port Gore with sufficiently light text. A contrast ratio of at least 4.5:1 for normal text and 3:1 for large text is recommended. Tools like contrast checkers can accurately assess these ratios. When used for interactive elements like buttons or links, it's important to provide additional visual cues like underlines or borders to enhance distinguishability and improve the overall user experience.

Shades

Digital Color Formats

RGB
40 40 73
RGB40 40 73
Red
Green
Blue
HSL
240deg 29.2% 22.16%
24029.222.16HSL
Hue
Saturation
Lightness
HWB
240deg 15.69% 71.37%
24015.6971.37HWB
Hue
Whiteness
Blackness
hex#282849
rgb40 40 73
hsl240deg 29.2% 22.16%
cmyk45.21% 45.21% 0% 71.37%
hwb240deg 15.69% 71.37%
xyz-d650.03 0.02 0.07
oklch0.2942 0.0593 282.13
oklab0.2942 0.01 -0.06
CMYK
45.21% 45.21% 0% 71.37%
45.2145.21071.37CMYK
Cyan
Magenta
Yellow
Key
XYZ-d65
0.03 0.02 0.07
0.030.020.07XYZ
X
Y
Z
OKLCH
0.2942 0.0593 282.13
0.29420.0593282.13LCH
Lightness
Chroma
Hue
OKLAB
0.2942 0.01 -0.06
0.29420.01-0.06LAB
Lightness
Green-Red
Blue-Yellow

Alternative colors

Applications

Complementary color

Buttons