Governor Bay

#294BAD

General Information About Governor Bay (#294BAD)

The hexadecimal color code #294BAD represents a specific shade of dark blue, often referred to as "Governor Bay." In the RGB (red, green, blue) color model, #294BAD is composed of 16.08% red, 28.04% green, and 72.94% blue. This substantial blue component gives the color its dominant blue hue. In the CMYK (cyan, magenta, yellow, key/black) color model, it consists of 78% cyan, 62% magenta, 0% yellow, and 27% black. This color is often associated with feelings of trust, stability, and professionalism, making it a popular choice for corporate branding and design. Its deep, rich tone evokes a sense of authority and sophistication.

The color #294BAD, also known as Governor Bay, presents some accessibility challenges. Its darker hue means that it requires careful consideration of contrast ratios, especially for text. To ensure readability, it's crucial to use light-colored text on a #294BAD background. A contrast ratio of at least 4.5:1 is recommended for normal-sized text and 3:1 for larger text (14pt bold or 18pt regular). Utilizing tools to check color contrast is highly advisable during the design process. When using this color for interactive elements like buttons or links, it's essential to provide sufficient visual cues upon hover or focus to meet WCAG guidelines. Avoid pairing it with very dark colors, as this will result in illegible text.

Shades

Digital Color Formats

RGB
41 75 173
RGB41 75 173
Red
Green
Blue
HSL
224.55deg 61.68% 41.96%
224.5561.6841.96HSL
Hue
Saturation
Lightness
HWB
224.55deg 16.08% 32.16%
224.5516.0832.16HWB
Hue
Whiteness
Blackness
hex#294BAD
rgb41 75 173
hsl224.55deg 61.68% 41.96%
cmyk76.3% 56.65% 0% 32.16%
hwb224.55deg 16.08% 32.16%
xyz-d650.11 0.09 0.41
oklch0.4486 0.1619 265.66
oklab0.4486 -0.01 -0.16
CMYK
76.3% 56.65% 0% 32.16%
76.356.65032.16CMYK
Cyan
Magenta
Yellow
Key
XYZ-d65
0.11 0.09 0.41
0.110.090.41XYZ
X
Y
Z
OKLCH
0.4486 0.1619 265.66
0.44860.1619265.66LCH
Lightness
Chroma
Hue
OKLAB
0.4486 -0.01 -0.16
0.4486-0.01-0.16LAB
Lightness
Green-Red
Blue-Yellow

Alternative colors

Applications

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