Persian Blue

#282CBE

General Information about Persian Blue

The hexadecimal color code #282CBE represents a specific shade of blue, often referred to as Persian Blue. It is composed of 15.69% red, 17.25% green, and 74.51% blue. In the RGB color model, this equates to 40 red, 44 green, and 190 blue. The color is a part of the broader blue color family, known for its calming and trustworthy associations. In the world of color psychology, blue is often linked to feelings of serenity, stability, and intelligence. Persian Blue, in particular, carries a sense of sophistication and depth due to its rich saturation. In design, it can be used to evoke feelings of trust and reliability, making it a popular choice for corporate branding and website design, especially in fields that require a sense of security and professionalism. The color is not very bright which makes it easier on the eyes when designing web pages.

The hex color #282CBE, also known as Persian Blue, presents some accessibility challenges in web design. Due to its relatively low luminance, it can be difficult to read text rendered in this color against a white or light-colored background. For optimal readability and usability, it's essential to ensure sufficient contrast between the text and background. A contrast ratio of at least 4.5:1 is recommended for normal-sized text, and 3:1 for large text (14pt bold or 18pt regular). Tools like contrast checkers can help evaluate the contrast ratio. When using #282CBE for interactive elements, such as buttons or links, providing clear visual cues like hover effects or underlines can significantly improve usability for users with visual impairments. Employing a lighter shade of blue or a contrasting color for text on a #282CBE background is highly advisable to ensure accessibility standards are met, contributing to a more inclusive user experience.

Shades

Digital Color Formats

RGB
40 44 190
RGB40 44 190
Red
Green
Blue
HSL
238.4deg 65.22% 45.1%
238.465.2245.1HSL
Hue
Saturation
Lightness
HWB
238.4deg 15.69% 25.49%
238.415.6925.49HWB
Hue
Whiteness
Blackness
hex#282CBE
rgb40 44 190
hsl238.4deg 65.22% 45.1%
cmyk78.95% 76.84% 0% 25.49%
hwb238.4deg 15.69% 25.49%
xyz-d650.11 0.06 0.49
oklch0.4116 0.2184 270.55
oklab0.4116 0 -0.22
CMYK
78.95% 76.84% 0% 25.49%
78.9576.84025.49CMYK
Cyan
Magenta
Yellow
Key
XYZ-d65
0.11 0.06 0.49
0.110.060.49XYZ
X
Y
Z
OKLCH
0.4116 0.2184 270.55
0.41160.2184270.55LCH
Lightness
Chroma
Hue
OKLAB
0.4116 0 -0.22
0.41160-0.22LAB
Lightness
Green-Red
Blue-Yellow

Alternative colors

Applications

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