Ebony Clay

#292B40

General Information about #292B40

The hex color #292b40, also known as Ebony Clay, is a dark, muted shade that resides in the blue-violet range of the color spectrum. It is composed of 16.1% red, 16.9% green, and 25.1% blue. In the RGB color model, it has values of R:41, G:43, B:64. In the CMYK color model, it is composed of C:36, M:33, Y:0, K:75. This color is often associated with feelings of sophistication, mystery, and tranquility. Its subdued nature makes it a versatile choice for various design applications, providing a grounding element when paired with brighter hues or standing alone as a subtle, elegant statement. The hex code #292b40 is widely used in digital design, branding, and even interior decoration to convey a sense of understated class and refined aesthetics.

The hex color #292b40, also known as Ebony Clay, presents some accessibility considerations, particularly for text and interactive elements. Its relatively low luminance value (a measure of brightness) means that it requires careful pairing with contrasting colors to ensure readability. For text displayed on a #292b40 background, a light color such as #ffffff (white) or a bright shade of yellow or green is recommended to meet WCAG (Web Content Accessibility Guidelines) standards for contrast ratios. Similarly, when #292b40 is used for interactive elements like buttons or links, a clear visual distinction must be maintained between the element's normal state, its hover state, and its active state. Using a lighter tint of #292b40 or a complementary color for these states can enhance usability. Insufficient contrast can cause eye strain and make it difficult for users with visual impairments to perceive the content. Therefore, designers and developers should always test color combinations using accessibility tools to verify compliance with accessibility guidelines.

Shades

Digital Color Formats

RGB
41 43 64
RGB41 43 64
Red
Green
Blue
HSL
234.78deg 21.9% 20.59%
234.7821.920.59HSL
Hue
Saturation
Lightness
HWB
234.78deg 16.08% 74.9%
234.7816.0874.9HWB
Hue
Whiteness
Blackness
hex#292B40
rgb41 43 64
hsl234.78deg 21.9% 20.59%
cmyk35.94% 32.81% 0% 74.9%
hwb234.78deg 16.08% 74.9%
xyz-d650.03 0.03 0.05
oklch0.297 0.0382 279.6
oklab0.297 0.01 -0.04
CMYK
35.94% 32.81% 0% 74.9%
35.9432.81074.9CMYK
Cyan
Magenta
Yellow
Key
XYZ-d65
0.03 0.03 0.05
0.030.030.05XYZ
X
Y
Z
OKLCH
0.297 0.0382 279.6
0.2970.0382279.6LCH
Lightness
Chroma
Hue
OKLAB
0.297 0.01 -0.04
0.2970.01-0.04LAB
Lightness
Green-Red
Blue-Yellow

Alternative colors

Applications

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