Casal

General Information about #2B576D

The hexadecimal color #2B576D, also known as Casal, is a dark, muted shade of cyan-blue. It's composed of 17.1% red, 34.1% green, and 42.7% blue. In the RGB color space, it has values of R:43, G:87, B:109. In the CMYK color space, its values are C:0.6, M:0.2, Y:0.0, K:0.57. This color often evokes feelings of calmness, sophistication, and stability. It can be associated with nature, particularly water, and is often used in designs aiming to create a sense of trust and reliability. The name "Casal" doesn't have a specific well-known meaning or association in the context of color names, which is common for many hex color names.

The color #2B576D, also known as Casal, presents some accessibility considerations for web design. Its relative luminance is low, meaning it may not provide sufficient contrast against a white or very light background. This is crucial for users with visual impairments, who rely on high contrast to distinguish text and other elements. According to WCAG guidelines, a contrast ratio of at least 4.5:1 is recommended for standard text and 3:1 for large text. Using #2B576D for text requires careful selection of a contrasting background color to meet these standards. Tools like contrast checkers can help ensure compliance and improve readability for all users. Consider also providing alternative color schemes that offer higher contrast for users with specific needs.

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Applications

• Corporate Website Design

  Casal provides a sophisticated and calming presence in web design, making it suitable for websites related to finance, technology, or consulting. It can be used for backgrounds, headings, or accent elements to convey trust and stability. Using it sparingly will ensure readability and keep the website uncluttered and professional. It should be paired with lighter accent colours to make sure the website is still pleasing and relaxing to view.

• Interior Design Accent Color

  In interior design, Casal can create a serene and sophisticated atmosphere in bedrooms or living rooms. It works well with natural materials like wood and stone, as well as metallic accents like gold or silver. Casal may be used as an accent colour for walls, fabrics and furniture. By choosing the right combination of materials you can give any interior space a feeling of sophistication and depth.

• Fashion garment colour

  Casal is a good choice in fashion and can be used for outwear, dresses and other garments. It can be used as a statement colour or may be combined with brown, grey or white tones. The subdued nature of the colour makes it easy to combine with other shades and can be worn by anyone. The color is suitable for most occasions, ranging from casual to business and party.

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