Bay of Many

#28448C

About Bay of Many (#28448C)

The hexadecimal color code #28448C, also referred to as 'Bay of Many,' falls within the blue-violet spectrum. It is a deep, muted shade of blue with a subtle hint of purple. In the RGB color model, it is composed of 16.1% red, 26.7% green, and 54.9% blue. Its CMYK representation is approximately 70.6% cyan, 51.4% magenta, 0% yellow, and 45.1% black. This color evokes feelings of calmness, stability, and trustworthiness. It is often associated with professionalism, intellect, and sophistication. The color's depth and richness make it suitable for various design applications, ranging from web design to interior decoration, where it can contribute to a sense of depth and visual interest.

The hex color #28448c, also known as Bay of Many, presents some accessibility considerations, particularly for web content. Its relatively dark hue necessitates careful selection of foreground text colors to ensure sufficient contrast. According to WCAG guidelines, a contrast ratio of at least 4.5:1 is recommended for standard text and 3:1 for large text. When using #28448c as a background, lighter colors like white (#ffffff) or very light shades of gray are advisable for text to meet these contrast requirements. Tools like WebAIM's Contrast Checker can be helpful in evaluating the contrast ratio between #28448c and chosen text colors. Furthermore, avoid using color as the sole means of conveying information; supplement color cues with text labels, icons, or other visual indicators to accommodate users with color vision deficiencies. Thoughtful color selection and adherence to accessibility standards ensure that content is usable by a wider audience.

Shades

Digital Color Formats

RGB
40 68 140
RGB40 68 140
Red
Green
Blue
HSL
223.2deg 55.56% 35.29%
223.255.5635.29HSL
Hue
Saturation
Lightness
HWB
223.2deg 15.69% 45.1%
223.215.6945.1HWB
Hue
Whiteness
Blackness
hex#28448C
rgb40 68 140
hsl223.2deg 55.56% 35.29%
cmyk71.43% 51.43% 0% 45.1%
hwb223.2deg 15.69% 45.1%
xyz-d650.08 0.06 0.26
oklch0.407 0.1245 265.28
oklab0.407 -0.01 -0.12
CMYK
71.43% 51.43% 0% 45.1%
71.4351.43045.1CMYK
Cyan
Magenta
Yellow
Key
XYZ-d65
0.08 0.06 0.26
0.080.060.26XYZ
X
Y
Z
OKLCH
0.407 0.1245 265.28
0.4070.1245265.28LCH
Lightness
Chroma
Hue
OKLAB
0.407 -0.01 -0.12
0.407-0.01-0.12LAB
Lightness
Green-Red
Blue-Yellow

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