Calypso

#2C6188

General Information about Calypso (#2C6188)

The hex color #2C6188, known as Calypso, is a dark, muted shade of blue with a hint of green. It belongs to the broader family of blue hues, which are often associated with stability, trust, and calmness. In the RGB color model, #2C6188 is composed of 17.3% red, 38% green, and 53.3% blue. Its CMYK values are 68% cyan, 28% magenta, 0% yellow, and 47% black. This color is frequently used in design to evoke feelings of serenity, professionalism, and reliability. It's particularly effective for creating a sense of depth and sophistication in visual communications. Due to its darker nature, it is typically paired with lighter colors to ensure readability and visual balance. This tone is often seen in corporate branding, web design, and interior decor.

The color #2C6188, also known as Calypso, presents moderate accessibility challenges. Its contrast ratio against white text is approximately 3.8:1, which is below the WCAG AA recommended contrast ratio of 4.5:1 for normal-sized text. Therefore, using white text on a #2C6188 background may not be sufficiently readable for users with moderate visual impairments. For better accessibility, consider using darker text on this background or pairing it with lighter shades to achieve a more favorable contrast ratio. When using this color for crucial visual elements, such as buttons or links, ensure sufficient contrast to meet accessibility standards. This may involve adjusting the color of the text or the background to enhance readability for all users, including those with visual impairments.

Shades

Digital Color Formats

RGB
44 97 136
RGB44 97 136
Red
Green
Blue
HSL
205.43deg 51.11% 35.29%
205.4351.1135.29HSL
Hue
Saturation
Lightness
HWB
205.43deg 17.25% 46.67%
205.4317.2546.67HWB
Hue
Whiteness
Blackness
hex#2C6188
rgb44 97 136
hsl205.43deg 51.11% 35.29%
cmyk67.65% 28.68% 0% 46.67%
hwb205.43deg 17.25% 46.67%
xyz-d650.1 0.11 0.25
oklch0.4748 0.0848 243.26
oklab0.4748 -0.04 -0.08
CMYK
67.65% 28.68% 0% 46.67%
67.6528.68046.67CMYK
Cyan
Magenta
Yellow
Key
XYZ-d65
0.1 0.11 0.25
0.10.110.25XYZ
X
Y
Z
OKLCH
0.4748 0.0848 243.26
0.47480.0848243.26LCH
Lightness
Chroma
Hue
OKLAB
0.4748 -0.04 -0.08
0.4748-0.04-0.08LAB
Lightness
Green-Red
Blue-Yellow

Alternative colors

Applications

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