Governor Bay
General Information about Governor Bay (#2C25A5)
The hexadecimal color #2C25A5, also known as Governor Bay, is a dark shade of blue-violet. It is composed of 17.3% red, 14.5% green, and 64.7% blue. In the RGB color model, this translates to 44 red, 37 green, and 165 blue. Governor Bay has a hue angle of 245.3 degrees, a saturation of 64.1%, and a lightness of 39.6%. This color evokes feelings of calmness, depth, and sophistication. It is often associated with trust, loyalty, wisdom, confidence, intelligence, faith, truth, and heaven. In color psychology, dark blues can also represent seriousness and stability, making them suitable for professional and corporate environments.
The contrast ratio of #2C25A5 against white is 10.1:1, which is excellent and meets the AAA standard for color contrast according to WCAG guidelines. This means that text in this color will be easily readable against a white background for people with visual impairments. However, its contrast ratio against black is 2.1:1, making it fail to meet even the minimum AA standard of 4.5:1. Therefore, it's important to use #2C25A5 carefully with dark backgrounds. When using this color, be sure to evaluate it against different background colors, especially dark tones. Use contrast checking tools to confirm adequate contrast ratios. Also consider increasing the text size or adding a border or background behind the text to enhance legibility if needed. Ensure sufficient spacing between elements to avoid visual crowding, which can also hinder readability.
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Website Headers and Navigation
Governor Bay is excellent for creating visually appealing website headers and navigation menus. Its depth adds sophistication, especially when paired with lighter text. Ensure buttons and interactive elements using this color have sufficient contrast to meet accessibility standards, and consider using it for branding elements that need to convey trust and reliability.
Fashion and Interior Accents
This color can be used in fashion design for creating elegant evening wear or statement accessories. Its depth provides a sense of luxury and sophistication, and can be combined with silver or gold accents to enhance its appeal. In interior design, use it as an accent color in living rooms or bedrooms to bring a sense of calm and relaxation.
Digital Art and Design
Governor Bay provides an air of mystery when used in creative projects. It's well suited for digital art, such as abstract backgrounds, posters, and banners, especially when a deep, evocative tone is desired. The color is perfect for blending with other dark shades or setting off lighter, more vibrant colors.