Bay of Many

#283A8B

General Information about #283A8B

The hexadecimal color #283A8B, often referred to as "Bay of Many," is a deep, muted shade of blue. It is composed of 15.7% red, 22.7% green, and 54.5% blue. In the RGB color model, it is represented as (40, 58, 139). This color evokes feelings of calmness, stability, and trust, making it a popular choice for various design applications. It falls within the blue color family, which is often associated with intellect, security, and serenity. The name "Bay of Many" suggests a connection to the sea and the vastness of the ocean, further enhancing its calming and tranquil qualities. Its hex code allows for precise color specification in digital design, ensuring consistency across different platforms and devices. Understanding the properties and connotations of this color can help designers and artists effectively incorporate it into their work.

The hex color #283A8B, also known as Bay of Many, presents some accessibility challenges due to its relatively dark hue. When using this color for text, it's crucial to ensure sufficient contrast with the background to meet WCAG (Web Content Accessibility Guidelines) standards. A light-colored text on a #283A8B background is highly recommended to enhance readability for users with visual impairments. Tools like contrast checkers can help determine if the contrast ratio meets accessibility requirements (ideally a ratio of 4.5:1 for normal text and 3:1 for large text). Avoid pairing #283A8B with other dark colors, as this can make text difficult to read. When using this color in UI elements, ensure that interactive elements have clear visual cues to aid usability. Remember to also test your designs with users who have visual impairments to identify and resolve any accessibility issues.

Shades

Digital Color Formats

RGB
40 58 139
RGB40 58 139
Red
Green
Blue
HSL
229.09deg 55.31% 35.1%
229.0955.3135.1HSL
Hue
Saturation
Lightness
HWB
229.09deg 15.69% 45.49%
229.0915.6945.49HWB
Hue
Whiteness
Blackness
hex#283A8B
rgb40 58 139
hsl229.09deg 55.31% 35.1%
cmyk71.22% 58.27% 0% 45.49%
hwb229.09deg 15.69% 45.49%
xyz-d650.07 0.05 0.25
oklch0.3849 0.1363 269.46
oklab0.3849 0 -0.14
CMYK
71.22% 58.27% 0% 45.49%
71.2258.27045.49CMYK
Cyan
Magenta
Yellow
Key
XYZ-d65
0.07 0.05 0.25
0.070.050.25XYZ
X
Y
Z
OKLCH
0.3849 0.1363 269.46
0.38490.1363269.46LCH
Lightness
Chroma
Hue
OKLAB
0.3849 0 -0.14
0.38490-0.14LAB
Lightness
Green-Red
Blue-Yellow

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