Governor Bay

#2C17B3

General Information about #2C17B3

The hexadecimal color code #2C17B3 represents a deep shade of blue-violet. In the RGB color model, it is composed of 17.3% red, 9% green, and 70.2% blue. Its high blue value gives it a cool, calming feel, while the moderate red and green contribute to its depth and complexity. Colors like #2C17B3 are often associated with royalty, wisdom, and spirituality. It's a color that evokes feelings of serenity and sophistication. In terms of color theory, #2C17B3 belongs to the blue-violet family, placing it between blue and purple on the color wheel. This color is often used in designs where trust, authority, or intelligence needs to be communicated.

The color #2C17B3, also known as Governor Bay, presents some accessibility challenges, particularly regarding contrast. When used as a background color, it necessitates light-colored text to ensure readability. According to WCAG guidelines, sufficient contrast between text and background colors is crucial for users with visual impairments. A contrast ratio of at least 4.5:1 is recommended for standard text and 3:1 for large text. Given the darkness of #2C17B3, pairing it with white or very light shades of yellow or green would be advisable. When used for interactive elements like buttons or links, consider providing additional visual cues such as underlines or borders to enhance usability for all users. Proper color contrast is not only important for accessibility but also contributes to a better user experience overall.

Shades

Digital Color Formats

RGB
44 23 179
RGB44 23 179
Red
Green
Blue
HSL
248.08deg 77.23% 39.61%
248.0877.2339.61HSL
Hue
Saturation
Lightness
HWB
248.08deg 9.02% 29.8%
248.089.0229.8HWB
Hue
Whiteness
Blackness
hex#2C17B3
rgb44 23 179
hsl248.08deg 77.23% 39.61%
cmyk75.42% 87.15% 0% 29.8%
hwb248.08deg 9.02% 29.8%
xyz-d650.09 0.04 0.43
oklch0.3781 0.2206 273.97
oklab0.3781 0.02 -0.22
CMYK
75.42% 87.15% 0% 29.8%
75.4287.15029.8CMYK
Cyan
Magenta
Yellow
Key
XYZ-d65
0.09 0.04 0.43
0.090.040.43XYZ
X
Y
Z
OKLCH
0.3781 0.2206 273.97
0.37810.2206273.97LCH
Lightness
Chroma
Hue
OKLAB
0.3781 0.02 -0.22
0.37810.02-0.22LAB
Lightness
Green-Red
Blue-Yellow

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