Astronaut

#284373

General Information about #284373

The hex color #284373, also known as Astronaut, is a deep, muted shade of blue. It is composed of 15.7% red, 26.3% green, and 45.1% blue. In the RGB color space, it's closer to blue than red or green, giving it its characteristic hue. The color has a calming and sophisticated feel, making it suitable for various applications ranging from web design to interior decoration. In CMYK, it consists of 65% cyan, 42% magenta, 0% yellow, and 54.9% black. This combination indicates that it's a color rich in cyan and magenta, which contributes to its depth and coolness. The hex code #284373 is a specific representation within a broader spectrum of blues.

The hex color #284373, also known as Astronaut, presents some accessibility challenges, especially when used as a background color. Its relatively dark hue means that text overlaid on it needs to be sufficiently light to provide adequate contrast. According to WCAG guidelines, a contrast ratio of at least 4.5:1 is recommended for normal text and 3:1 for large text. When using #284373 for text, ensure the background is a light color that meets these contrast requirements. Tools like contrast checkers can help verify compliance. Also, consider users with visual impairments who may struggle to distinguish subtle color differences. Providing alternative cues, like underlines or bolding, can improve usability. For interactive elements, ensure that focus states are clearly visible to assist keyboard navigation.

Shades

Digital Color Formats

RGB
40 67 115
RGB40 67 115
Red
Green
Blue
HSL
218.4deg 48.39% 30.39%
218.448.3930.39HSL
Hue
Saturation
Lightness
HWB
218.4deg 15.69% 54.9%
218.415.6954.9HWB
Hue
Whiteness
Blackness
hex#284373
rgb40 67 115
hsl218.4deg 48.39% 30.39%
cmyk65.22% 41.74% 0% 54.9%
hwb218.4deg 15.69% 54.9%
xyz-d650.06 0.06 0.17
oklch0.3869 0.0885 261.1
oklab0.3869 -0.01 -0.09
CMYK
65.22% 41.74% 0% 54.9%
65.2241.74054.9CMYK
Cyan
Magenta
Yellow
Key
XYZ-d65
0.06 0.06 0.17
0.060.060.17XYZ
X
Y
Z
OKLCH
0.3869 0.0885 261.1
0.38690.0885261.1LCH
Lightness
Chroma
Hue
OKLAB
0.3869 -0.01 -0.09
0.3869-0.01-0.09LAB
Lightness
Green-Red
Blue-Yellow

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