Is Aegean Sea (#1F456E) accessible for digital body text?

Against a pure white background (#FFFFFF), #1F456E achieves a contrast ratio of 9.84:1 (Passing WCAG AA normal text). Against a dark slate background (#0F172A), it achieves a contrast ratio of 1.81:1 (Failing WCAG AA normal text).

Which color harmonies pair best with Aegean Sea?

The exact complementary color for #1F456E is #6F491F. For analogous pairings, use #1F6E6F and #211F6F. You can explore these combinations further in our Color Harmony Generator.

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Aegean Sea (#1F456E)

Q: What are the exact digital and print color codes for Aegean Sea (#1F456E)?

Aegean Sea has the HEX code #1F456E. In RGB color coordinates, its values are 31, 69, 110. In HSL, it is 211°, 56%, 28%. In CMYK print values, it corresponds to C:72% M:37% Y:0% K:57%.

Luminance: 6% · Nearest standard name: Aegean Sea

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AEGEAN SEA

#1F456E

rgb(31, 69, 110) · hsl(211°, 56%, 28%)

HEX#1F456E

RGB31, 69, 110

HSL211°, 56%, 28%

HSV / HSB211°, 72%, 43%

CMYK (Print)72%, 37%, 0%, 57%

Color Harmonies

Complementary

#1F456E#6F491F

Analogous

#1F6E6F#1F456E#211F6F

Triadic

#1F456E#6F1F46#466F1F

Tints & Shades

Lighter Tints

Darker Shades

WCAG 2.2 Contrast Verification

Against White (#FFFFFF)9.84:1

Sample text rendered with #1F456E on white

AA Normal: PASSAA Large: PASS

Against Dark (#0F172A)1.81:1

Sample text rendered with #1F456E on dark

AA Normal: FAILAA Large: FAIL

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Comprehensive Color Profile & Design Architecture

The Complete Color Guide to Aegean Sea (#1F456E)

Aegean Sea (#1F456E) is a distinct shade within the Blue chromatic spectrum. Characterized by an optical luminance of 6% and a cool color temperature, this tone plays a vital role across web applications, brand identities, and editorial typography. Discover its mathematical harmonies, accessibility metrics, UI engineering roles, and front-end code tokens.

Technical Colorimetry & Coordinate Breakdown

Exact mathematical values across digital display, print press, and human perceptual spaces.

HEX Code#1F456E

RGB Space31, 69, 110

HSL Values211°, 56%, 28%

HSV / HSB211°, 72%, 43%

CMYK Ink72%, 37%, 0%, 57%

TemperatureCool

Optical Color Harmony Formulas for Aegean Sea

Geometric intervals calculated from #1F456E on the 360-degree color wheel.

Direct Polar (180°)#6F491F

Complementary Harmony

Pairs Aegean Sea with its polar opposite (#6F491F) to create maximum optical contrast, perfect for high-converting call-to-action buttons.

Adjacent (±30°)#1F6E6F · #211F6F

Analogous Harmony

Positions adjacent neighboring hues on either side of Aegean Sea for serene, gentle, and organic visual transitions.

Split Angles (150° / 210°)#6F211F · #6E6F1F

Split-Complementary

Uses the two colors flanking the direct complement of Aegean Sea, offering rich visual variety without harsh chromatic vibration.

Triangular (120°)#6F1F46 · #466F1F

Triadic Harmony

Forms an equilateral triangle on the color wheel, generating playful, dynamic energy when balanced against a neutral background.

Rectangular (90°)#6F1F6E · #6F491F · #1F6F21

Tetradic (Square) Harmony

A rich four-color scheme combining two complementary pairs, ideal for complex dashboards, gaming HUDs, and multi-tier charts.

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The 60-30-10 UI Implementation Role for Aegean Sea

Recommended proportional volume and semantic interface assignment.

Recommended Assignment: Interactive Brand Accent (10% Volume)

With a saturation of 56% and lightness of 28%, Aegean Sea (#1F456E) acts as an attention-grabbing focal point. In user interfaces, reserve it for primary CTA buttons, active state indicators, and notification badges to draw user clicks immediately.

Light Mode SurfaceIdeal for buttons and badges

Dark Mode AdaptationOptimal dark canvas backdrop

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Color Psychology & Industry Alignment

Strategic cognitive triggers and target sector recommendations.

Cognitive & Emotional Perception

This color projects authority, intelligence, and calm dependability. Universally trusted across enterprise software and fintech products.

Optimal Industry Verticals

Fintech, Enterprise SaaS, Healthcare, Cloud Infrastructure. Combining Aegean Sea with intentional neutral whitespace reinforces authority and conversion clarity.

Production Code Tokens for Aegean Sea

Drop-in design system tokens for CSS, Tailwind CSS, and SCSS.

CSS Custom Properties (:root)Vanilla CSS

:root {
  --color-1f456e: #1F456E;
  --color-1f456e-rgb: 31, 69, 110;
  --color-1f456e-hsl: 211deg 56% 28%;
}

tailwind.config.jsTailwind CSS

module.exports = {
  theme: {
    extend: {
      colors: {
        '1f456e': '#1F456E',
      }
    }
  }
};

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Frequently Asked Questions About Aegean Sea (#1F456E)

Authoritative answers covering Aegean Sea color codes, WCAG contrast compliance, and UI design systems.

What are the exact digital and print color codes for Aegean Sea (#1F456E)?

Aegean Sea is defined by the HEX code #1F456E. Its digital screen RGB coordinates are R:31, G:69, B:110. Its cylindrical HSL values are Hue:211°, Saturation:56%, Lightness:28%. In HSV/HSB format, it is 211°, 72%, 43%. For four-color CMYK process printing, its ink percentages are C:72%, M:37%, Y:0%, K:57%.

Does Aegean Sea (#1F456E) pass WCAG 2.2 accessibility standards for text readability?

Against a pure white (#FFFFFF) background, Aegean Sea achieves a contrast ratio of 9.84:1 (Passing WCAG AA for normal body text, and Passing for large headings). Against dark slate (#0F172A), it achieves a contrast ratio of 1.81:1 (Failing WCAG AA).

What is the direct complementary color for Aegean Sea (#1F456E)?

The exact 180-degree optical complementary color for #1F456E is #6F491F. When placed side-by-side, #1F456E and #6F491F create maximum visual tension and high click-through conversion rates.

What is the recommended role for Aegean Sea in the 60-30-10 UI design rule?

How can I copy and export Aegean Sea into Tailwind CSS and CSS variables?

You can define Aegean Sea in CSS custom properties as ':root { --color-custom: #1F456E; }' or paste it into your 'tailwind.config.js' file under 'theme.extend.colors'. You can also generate full palettes containing Aegean Sea using our interactive Color Palette Generator.

Which color family does Aegean Sea (#1F456E) belong to?

Aegean Sea belongs to the Blue family (Cool spectrum). You can explore full tonal ramps and curated palettes in our Blue Color Guide.