Astronaut

#2E356D

General Information about #2E356D

The hex color #2E356D, also known as Astronaut, is a dark, muted shade of blue-purple. It belongs to the blue color family and evokes feelings of calmness, depth, and sophistication. In the RGB color model, it is composed of 18.04% red, 21.96% green, and 42.75% blue. In the CMYK color model, it is composed of 57.79% cyan, 48.67% magenta, 0% yellow, and 57.25% black. This color is often associated with intelligence, stability, and trust, making it a popular choice for corporate branding and professional designs. Its relatively low saturation gives it a refined and understated appearance, suitable for creating a sense of elegance.

The color #2E356D, also known as Astronaut, presents some accessibility challenges, particularly concerning color contrast. When used as text against a white background, the contrast ratio is low, making it difficult for users with visual impairments to read. To improve accessibility, consider using lighter text colors on #2E356D backgrounds or using #2E356D text on lighter backgrounds. Aim for a contrast ratio of at least 4.5:1 for normal text and 3:1 for large text, as recommended by WCAG guidelines. Tools are available to check contrast ratios and ensure compliance. Also, avoid relying solely on color to convey important information; use text labels or icons to enhance usability for all users. Proper color contrast is essential for creating inclusive and user-friendly web designs.

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Digital Color Formats

RGB
46 53 109
RGB46 53 109
Red
Green
Blue
HSL
233.33deg 40.65% 30.39%
233.3340.6530.39HSL
Hue
Saturation
Lightness
HWB
233.33deg 18.04% 57.25%
233.3318.0457.25HWB
Hue
Whiteness
Blackness
hex#2E356D
rgb46 53 109
hsl233.33deg 40.65% 30.39%
cmyk57.8% 51.38% 0% 57.25%
hwb233.33deg 18.04% 57.25%
xyz-d650.05 0.04 0.15
oklch0.3542 0.0964 275.02
oklab0.3542 0.01 -0.1
CMYK
57.8% 51.38% 0% 57.25%
57.851.38057.25CMYK
Cyan
Magenta
Yellow
Key
XYZ-d65
0.05 0.04 0.15
0.050.040.15XYZ
X
Y
Z
OKLCH
0.3542 0.0964 275.02
0.35420.0964275.02LCH
Lightness
Chroma
Hue
OKLAB
0.3542 0.01 -0.1
0.35420.01-0.1LAB
Lightness
Green-Red
Blue-Yellow

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