Chambray

#2F5784

General Information about Chambray (#2F5784)

The hex color #2F5784, commonly known as Chambray, is a dark shade of blue leaning towards the cyan spectrum. It's a stable and reliable color often associated with trustworthiness, stability, and depth. In the RGB color model, it is composed of 18.43% red, 34.12% green, and 51.76% blue. In the CMYK color model, which is used for printing, it consists of 64% cyan, 34% magenta, 0% yellow, and 48% black. This color is frequently used in corporate branding, web design, and interior decoration due to its calming and professional appearance. Its slightly muted tone provides a sense of sophistication without being overly bold or distracting, which allows for flexible integration into various design schemes.

The hex color #2F5784, also known as Chambray, presents moderate accessibility challenges. Its contrast ratio against pure white (#FFFFFF) is approximately 4.6:1, which meets the WCAG AA standard for normal text, but falls short of the AAA standard. When used for larger text (14pt bold or 18pt regular), it generally complies with AA. However, against black (#000000), the contrast ratio is significantly lower, posing readability issues for users with visual impairments. To improve accessibility, consider pairing #2F5784 with lighter shades of gray or white for text and interactive elements. Avoid using it for critical information or calls to action without ensuring sufficient contrast. Providing alternative text and visual cues can also enhance usability for a wider audience.

Shades

Digital Color Formats

RGB
47 87 132
RGB47 87 132
Red
Green
Blue
HSL
211.76deg 47.49% 35.1%
211.7647.4935.1HSL
Hue
Saturation
Lightness
HWB
211.76deg 18.43% 48.24%
211.7618.4348.24HWB
Hue
Whiteness
Blackness
hex#2F5784
rgb47 87 132
hsl211.76deg 47.49% 35.1%
cmyk64.39% 34.09% 0% 48.24%
hwb211.76deg 18.43% 48.24%
xyz-d650.09 0.09 0.23
oklch0.4493 0.0871 252.77
oklab0.4493 -0.03 -0.08
CMYK
64.39% 34.09% 0% 48.24%
64.3934.09048.24CMYK
Cyan
Magenta
Yellow
Key
XYZ-d65
0.09 0.09 0.23
0.090.090.23XYZ
X
Y
Z
OKLCH
0.4493 0.0871 252.77
0.44930.0871252.77LCH
Lightness
Chroma
Hue
OKLAB
0.4493 -0.03 -0.08
0.4493-0.03-0.08LAB
Lightness
Green-Red
Blue-Yellow

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