Bay of Many

#303084

General Information about #303084

The hex color #303084, often referred to as 'Bay of Many', is a dark shade of blue-purple. It is composed of 18.82% red, 18.82% green, and 51.76% blue. In the RGB color space, it has the values R:48, G:48, B:132. This color is commonly used in graphic design, web development, and various artistic applications where a deep, muted blue is desired. Its subdued nature makes it suitable for backgrounds or as an accent color. It evokes feelings of calmness, stability, and sophistication. Due to its dark tone, it's advisable to use it with lighter colors to ensure readability and visual balance. The color name 'Bay of Many' suggests a connection to marine landscapes, further reinforcing its calming and serene qualities.

The hex color #303084, also known as Bay of Many, presents some accessibility challenges, particularly when used as a foreground color against a white background. Its relatively low luminance results in insufficient contrast, potentially making text difficult for users with visual impairments to read. To ensure inclusivity, it's advisable to pair this color with lighter shades for backgrounds, or use it sparingly for decorative elements rather than essential information. Developers should consider WCAG guidelines for contrast ratios to guarantee readability. Tools such as contrast checkers can assist in determining if the color combination meets accessibility standards. Thoughtful application of color helps create a more inclusive web experience for all users.

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Digital Color Formats

RGB
48 48 132
RGB48 48 132
Red
Green
Blue
HSL
240deg 46.67% 35.29%
24046.6735.29HSL
Hue
Saturation
Lightness
HWB
240deg 18.82% 48.24%
24018.8248.24HWB
Hue
Whiteness
Blackness
hex#303084
rgb48 48 132
hsl240deg 46.67% 35.29%
cmyk63.64% 63.64% 0% 48.24%
hwb240deg 18.82% 48.24%
xyz-d650.06 0.04 0.22
oklch0.3644 0.1373 277.16
oklab0.3644 0.02 -0.14
CMYK
63.64% 63.64% 0% 48.24%
63.6463.64048.24CMYK
Cyan
Magenta
Yellow
Key
XYZ-d65
0.06 0.04 0.22
0.060.040.22XYZ
X
Y
Z
OKLCH
0.3644 0.1373 277.16
0.36440.1373277.16LCH
Lightness
Chroma
Hue
OKLAB
0.3644 0.02 -0.14
0.36440.02-0.14LAB
Lightness
Green-Red
Blue-Yellow

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