Bay of Many

#283D8C

General Information About Bay of Many

The hexadecimal color #283D8C, also known as Bay of Many, is a deep, saturated blue with a touch of purple. In the RGB color model, it is composed of 15.69% red, 23.92% green, and 54.9% blue. This color is often associated with feelings of calmness, stability, and trustworthiness. It is a popular choice in branding and design for companies looking to convey a sense of reliability and professionalism. Bay of Many is more common as a background or accent color, as it is a darker color, rather than a primary color. Its rich hue makes it suitable for creating sophisticated and visually appealing designs. The hex code #283D8C falls within the range of cool colors, making it versatile for various applications, including digital art, web design, and interior decor.

The color #283D8C, also known as Bay of Many, presents moderate accessibility challenges. Its relatively low lightness value of 0.24 results in a darker hue, which can impact readability if used for text or smaller interface elements. According to WCAG guidelines, sufficient contrast between text and background colors is crucial for users with visual impairments. For body text, a contrast ratio of at least 4.5:1 is recommended, while large text requires a ratio of 3:1. When using #283D8C for text, it is imperative to pair it with a light background color to meet these contrast requirements. Conversely, using it as a background color necessitates light-colored text. To ensure optimal accessibility, tools like contrast checkers can be used to verify compliance with WCAG standards, thus improving the user experience for individuals with varying visual abilities. Careful consideration of color combinations will help to create inclusive designs that cater to a wider audience.

Shades

Digital Color Formats

RGB
40 61 140
RGB40 61 140
Red
Green
Blue
HSL
227.4deg 55.56% 35.29%
227.455.5635.29HSL
Hue
Saturation
Lightness
HWB
227.4deg 15.69% 45.1%
227.415.6945.1HWB
Hue
Whiteness
Blackness
hex#283D8C
rgb40 61 140
hsl227.4deg 55.56% 35.29%
cmyk71.43% 56.43% 0% 45.1%
hwb227.4deg 15.69% 45.1%
xyz-d650.07 0.06 0.26
oklch0.392 0.1337 268.34
oklab0.392 0 -0.13
CMYK
71.43% 56.43% 0% 45.1%
71.4356.43045.1CMYK
Cyan
Magenta
Yellow
Key
XYZ-d65
0.07 0.06 0.26
0.070.060.26XYZ
X
Y
Z
OKLCH
0.392 0.1337 268.34
0.3920.1337268.34LCH
Lightness
Chroma
Hue
OKLAB
0.392 0 -0.13
0.3920-0.13LAB
Lightness
Green-Red
Blue-Yellow

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