Cerulean Blue

#2853AE

General Information about Cerulean Blue

Cerulean Blue, represented by the hexadecimal color code #2853AE, is a medium-dark shade of blue. It is a blend of blue and cyan, falling under the broader category of blue hues. In the RGB color model, it is composed of 16.1% red, 32.5% green, and 68.2% blue. This color evokes feelings of calmness, serenity, and trust, making it a popular choice in various design applications. Cerulean Blue is often associated with the sky and sea, symbolizing openness, depth, and tranquility. Its hex code and color composition makes it a popular choice for designers and artists alike. This shade of blue finds use in web design, branding, and interior decorating due to its versatile appeal. This color has a strong presense in the color spectrum and can make other colors pop.

The hex color #2853AE, also known as Cerulean Blue, offers moderate accessibility. When used as a foreground color against a white background, it generally meets the WCAG AA standards for text size 14pt and larger. However, for smaller text, contrast might fall short, potentially causing readability issues for users with visual impairments. For optimal accessibility, it is recommended to pair this color with lighter shades for backgrounds or to increase the text size. When pairing with other colors in a design, ensure that sufficient contrast is maintained for all interactive elements and text to provide a user-friendly experience for individuals with varying visual abilities. Using contrast checking tools can assist in verifying the compliance with accessibility guidelines.

Shades

Digital Color Formats

RGB
40 83 174
RGB40 83 174
Red
Green
Blue
HSL
220.75deg 62.62% 41.96%
220.7562.6241.96HSL
Hue
Saturation
Lightness
HWB
220.75deg 15.69% 31.76%
220.7515.6931.76HWB
Hue
Whiteness
Blackness
hex#2853AE
rgb40 83 174
hsl220.75deg 62.62% 41.96%
cmyk77.01% 52.3% 0% 31.76%
hwb220.75deg 15.69% 31.76%
xyz-d650.12 0.1 0.41
oklch0.4657 0.1536 262.87
oklab0.4657 -0.02 -0.15
CMYK
77.01% 52.3% 0% 31.76%
77.0152.3031.76CMYK
Cyan
Magenta
Yellow
Key
XYZ-d65
0.12 0.1 0.41
0.120.10.41XYZ
X
Y
Z
OKLCH
0.4657 0.1536 262.87
0.46570.1536262.87LCH
Lightness
Chroma
Hue
OKLAB
0.4657 -0.02 -0.15
0.4657-0.02-0.15LAB
Lightness
Green-Red
Blue-Yellow

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