#242C99
A dark, moderate blue closely aligning with Midnightblue.
About #242C99
At its core, #242C99 is a dark and moderate hue. Designers often compare it to the standard color Midnightblue. This translates to an RGB value of rgb(36, 44, 153).
For print applications, it's crucial to understand its CMYK makeup. This specific hue requires a mix of 76% C, 71% M, 0% Y, and 40% K. This makes it a relatively light color when applied to physical surfaces.
From a UX and accessibility standpoint, contrast is paramount. Mathematical luminance calculations suggest that #FFFFFF text provides the most optimal reading experience. Always test your color combinations using a contrast checker before publishing.
Color Space Conversions
HEX#242C99
RGB36, 44, 153
HSL235.9°, 61.9%, 37.1%
CMYK76%, 71%, 0%, 40%
HSV235.9°, 76.5%, 60.0%
LAB25.2, 35.8, -60.0
XYZ7.4, 4.5, 30.6
Decimal2370713
Color Harmonies
Tints, Shades & Tones
Tints (Adding White)
Shades (Adding Black)
WCAG Contrast Accessibility
11.08:1
Text on #FFFFFF
AAA
1.90:1
Text on #000000
FAIL
10.59:1
Text on #F8FAFC
AAA
1.61:1
Text on #0F172A
FAIL
CSS Implementation
.bg-color {
background-color: #242C99;
}
.text-color {
color: #242C99;
}
.border-color {
border: 2px solid #242C99;
}