Azure

#2F56A7

General Information about #2F56A7

The hexadecimal color #2F56A7, also known as Azure, is a shade of blue with a medium saturation and brightness. It is composed of 18.43% red, 33.73% green, and 65.49% blue. In the RGB color model, it is represented as (47, 86, 167). In the CMYK color model, it is composed of 71.26% cyan, 48.5% magenta, 0% yellow, and 34.51% black. The color is often associated with qualities such as trustworthiness, intelligence, and formality. It's frequently utilized in corporate branding, educational materials, and government-related designs to convey a sense of authority and reliability. The color's cool undertones evoke a sense of calmness and stability, making it a popular choice for creating a professional and dependable aesthetic.

The color #2F56A7, a shade of azure, presents some accessibility challenges, particularly in text-based contexts. Its relatively low luminance requires careful consideration of contrast ratios to ensure readability 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 against its background. When using #2F56A7 for text, it's crucial to pair it with a light background to meet these contrast requirements. For instance, using a white or very light gray background would significantly improve readability. Conversely, avoid using #2F56A7 text on dark backgrounds, as this can be difficult to read. In graphical elements, such as buttons or icons, sufficient contrast should also be maintained to ensure that the visual information is accessible to all users. Consider using color contrast tools to verify the contrast ratio between #2F56A7 and its surrounding colors.

Shades

Digital Color Formats

RGB
47 86 167
RGB47 86 167
Red
Green
Blue
HSL
220.5deg 56.07% 41.96%
220.556.0741.96HSL
Hue
Saturation
Lightness
HWB
220.5deg 18.43% 34.51%
220.518.4334.51HWB
Hue
Whiteness
Blackness
hex#2F56A7
rgb47 86 167
hsl220.5deg 56.07% 41.96%
cmyk71.86% 48.5% 0% 34.51%
hwb220.5deg 18.43% 34.51%
xyz-d650.11 0.1 0.38
oklch0.4699 0.1379 262.9
oklab0.4699 -0.02 -0.14
CMYK
71.86% 48.5% 0% 34.51%
71.8648.5034.51CMYK
Cyan
Magenta
Yellow
Key
XYZ-d65
0.11 0.1 0.38
0.110.10.38XYZ
X
Y
Z
OKLCH
0.4699 0.1379 262.9
0.46990.1379262.9LCH
Lightness
Chroma
Hue
OKLAB
0.4699 -0.02 -0.14
0.4699-0.02-0.14LAB
Lightness
Green-Red
Blue-Yellow

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