Spectra

#2E5D5B

General Information about #2E5D5B

Hex color #2E5D5B, also known as Spectra, is a muted shade of teal. It belongs to the green-cyan color family, and it possesses a subtle, calming quality. In the RGB color model, it is composed of 18.04% red, 36.47% green, and 35.69% blue. In the CMYK color model, it consists of 50.57% cyan, 0% magenta, 1.17% yellow, and 63.53% black. This color is often associated with nature, tranquility, and sophistication. Its hexadecimal representation makes it easy to use in digital design and web development, offering a versatile option for creating visually appealing and harmonious color schemes. The hexadecimal color is often used in designs where a discreet color is needed.

The color #2E5D5B, a muted teal, presents some accessibility challenges. When used as text, it requires careful consideration of contrast ratios against background colors. A light background is generally necessary to ensure sufficient readability for users with visual impairments. For instance, pairing it with white (#FFFFFF) yields a contrast ratio that may not meet WCAG guidelines for normal text sizes, particularly for users with low vision. Therefore, larger text sizes or bolder fonts would be needed to improve accessibility. Additionally, avoid using this color for crucial interactive elements without proper visual cues, such as underlines for links or clear button styling. Always test color combinations using accessibility evaluation tools to verify compliance with WCAG standards and ensure an inclusive user experience.

Shades

Digital Color Formats

RGB
46 93 91
RGB46 93 91
Red
Green
Blue
HSL
177.45deg 33.81% 27.25%
177.4533.8127.25HSL
Hue
Saturation
Lightness
HWB
177.45deg 18.04% 63.53%
177.4518.0463.53HWB
Hue
Whiteness
Blackness
hex#2E5D5B
rgb46 93 91
hsl177.45deg 33.81% 27.25%
cmyk50.54% 0% 2.15% 63.53%
hwb177.45deg 18.04% 63.53%
xyz-d650.07 0.09 0.11
oklch0.4447 0.0516 191.89
oklab0.4447 -0.05 -0.01
CMYK
50.54% 0% 2.15% 63.53%
50.5402.1563.53CMYK
Cyan
Magenta
Yellow
Key
XYZ-d65
0.07 0.09 0.11
0.070.090.11XYZ
X
Y
Z
OKLCH
0.4447 0.0516 191.89
0.44470.0516191.89LCH
Lightness
Chroma
Hue
OKLAB
0.4447 -0.05 -0.01
0.4447-0.05-0.01LAB
Lightness
Green-Red
Blue-Yellow

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