Sapphire

#2E47A0

General Information about Sapphire (#2E47A0)

The color #2E47A0, commonly known as Sapphire, is a deep, rich blue hue that evokes feelings of trust, stability, and sophistication. It belongs to the blue color family and is often associated with royalty and wisdom. This hex code represents a specific shade of blue created by combining different amounts of red, green, and blue light. In the RGB color model, #2E47A0 is composed of 18.04% red, 27.84% green, and 62.75% blue. Sapphire is a popular choice in various design fields, including web design, graphic design, and interior design, due to its calming and elegant appearance. It can be used to create a sense of professionalism and reliability, making it suitable for corporate branding and other serious applications.

The hex color #2E47A0, also known as Sapphire, presents some accessibility considerations for web developers. With a relatively low luminance, it may not provide sufficient contrast when used as text against a white background, potentially causing readability issues for users with visual impairments. According to WCAG guidelines, a contrast ratio of at least 4.5:1 is recommended for standard text and 3:1 for large text. Therefore, when using #2E47A0 for text, it's crucial to pair it with a light background color to ensure compliance. Alternatively, it can be effectively used for decorative elements or backgrounds if it does not convey essential information. To ensure optimal accessibility, developers should always test the color combination with accessibility evaluation tools.

Shades

Digital Color Formats

RGB
46 71 160
RGB46 71 160
Red
Green
Blue
HSL
226.84deg 55.34% 40.39%
226.8455.3440.39HSL
Hue
Saturation
Lightness
HWB
226.84deg 18.04% 37.25%
226.8418.0437.25HWB
Hue
Whiteness
Blackness
hex#2E47A0
rgb46 71 160
hsl226.84deg 55.34% 40.39%
cmyk71.25% 55.63% 0% 37.25%
hwb226.84deg 18.04% 37.25%
xyz-d650.1 0.08 0.34
oklch0.4322 0.1474 267.88
oklab0.4322 -0.01 -0.15
CMYK
71.25% 55.63% 0% 37.25%
71.2555.63037.25CMYK
Cyan
Magenta
Yellow
Key
XYZ-d65
0.1 0.08 0.34
0.10.080.34XYZ
X
Y
Z
OKLCH
0.4322 0.1474 267.88
0.43220.1474267.88LCH
Lightness
Chroma
Hue
OKLAB
0.4322 -0.01 -0.15
0.4322-0.01-0.15LAB
Lightness
Green-Red
Blue-Yellow

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