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Lapis Lazuli (#26619C)

Luminance: 11% · Nearest standard name: Lapis Lazuli

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LAPIS LAZULI
#26619C
rgb(38, 97, 156) · hsl(210°, 61%, 38%)
HEX#26619C
RGB38, 97, 156
HSL210°, 61%, 38%
HSV / HSB210°, 76%, 61%
CMYK (Print)76%, 38%, 0%, 39%

Color Harmonies

Complementary

#26619C#9C6126

Analogous

#269C9C#26619C#26269C

Triadic

#26619C#9C2661#619C26

Tints & Shades

Lighter Tints
Darker Shades

WCAG 2.2 Contrast Verification

Against White (#FFFFFF)6.42:1

Sample text rendered with #26619C on white

AA Normal: PASSAA Large: PASS
Against Dark (#0F172A)2.78:1

Sample text rendered with #26619C on dark

AA Normal: FAILAA Large: FAIL

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Comprehensive Color Profile & Design Architecture

The Complete Color Guide to Lapis Lazuli (#26619C)

Lapis Lazuli (#26619C) is a distinct shade within the Blue chromatic spectrum. Characterized by an optical luminance of 11% 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#26619C
RGB Space38, 97, 156
HSL Values210°, 61%, 38%
HSV / HSB210°, 76%, 61%
CMYK Ink76%, 38%, 0%, 39%
TemperatureCool

Optical Color Harmony Formulas for Lapis Lazuli

Geometric intervals calculated from #26619C on the 360-degree color wheel.

Direct Polar (180°)#9C6126

Complementary Harmony

Pairs Lapis Lazuli with its polar opposite (#9C6126) to create maximum optical contrast, perfect for high-converting call-to-action buttons.

Adjacent (±30°)#269C9C · #26269C

Analogous Harmony

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

Split Angles (150° / 210°)#9C2626 · #9C9C26

Split-Complementary

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

Triangular (120°)#9C2661 · #619C26

Triadic Harmony

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

Rectangular (90°)#9C269C · #9C6126 · #269C26

Tetradic (Square) Harmony

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

Interactive Exploration

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The 60-30-10 UI Implementation Role for Lapis Lazuli

Recommended proportional volume and semantic interface assignment.

Recommended Assignment: Interactive Brand Accent (10% Volume)

With a saturation of 61% and lightness of 38%, Lapis Lazuli (#26619C) 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 AdaptationDesaturate slightly for ambient glow
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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 Lapis Lazuli with intentional neutral whitespace reinforces authority and conversion clarity.

Production Code Tokens for Lapis Lazuli

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

CSS Custom Properties (:root)Vanilla CSS
:root {
  --color-26619c: #26619C;
  --color-26619c-rgb: 38, 97, 156;
  --color-26619c-hsl: 210deg 61% 38%;
}
tailwind.config.jsTailwind CSS
module.exports = {
  theme: {
    extend: {
      colors: {
        '26619c': '#26619C',
      }
    }
  }
};

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Frequently Asked Questions About Lapis Lazuli (#26619C)

Authoritative answers covering Lapis Lazuli color codes, WCAG contrast compliance, and UI design systems.

What are the exact digital and print color codes for Lapis Lazuli (#26619C)?
Lapis Lazuli is defined by the HEX code #26619C. Its digital screen RGB coordinates are R:38, G:97, B:156. Its cylindrical HSL values are Hue:210°, Saturation:61%, Lightness:38%. In HSV/HSB format, it is 210°, 76%, 61%. For four-color CMYK process printing, its ink percentages are C:76%, M:38%, Y:0%, K:39%.
Does Lapis Lazuli (#26619C) pass WCAG 2.2 accessibility standards for text readability?
Against a pure white (#FFFFFF) background, Lapis Lazuli achieves a contrast ratio of 6.42:1 (Passing WCAG AA for normal body text, and Passing for large headings). Against dark slate (#0F172A), it achieves a contrast ratio of 2.78:1 (Failing WCAG AA).
What is the direct complementary color for Lapis Lazuli (#26619C)?
The exact 180-degree optical complementary color for #26619C is #9C6126. When placed side-by-side, #26619C and #9C6126 create maximum visual tension and high click-through conversion rates.
What is the recommended role for Lapis Lazuli in the 60-30-10 UI design rule?
With a saturation of 61% and lightness of 38%, Lapis Lazuli (#26619C) 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.
How can I copy and export Lapis Lazuli into Tailwind CSS and CSS variables?
You can define Lapis Lazuli in CSS custom properties as ':root { --color-custom: #26619C; }' or paste it into your 'tailwind.config.js' file under 'theme.extend.colors'. You can also generate full palettes containing Lapis Lazuli using our interactive Color Palette Generator.
Which color family does Lapis Lazuli (#26619C) belong to?
Lapis Lazuli belongs to the Blue family (Cool spectrum). You can explore full tonal ramps and curated palettes in our Blue Color Guide.