Color: Cadet Blue
Complete color information and conversion tools for Cadet Blue
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Test Cadet Blue for accessibility compliance and color contrast ratios.
Basic Contrast Ratios
WCAG 2.1 Compliance
Required ratio: 4.5:1
Required ratio: 3:1
Required ratio: 7:1
Required ratio: 4.5:1
Usage Recommendations
⚠ Good for accessibility
This color meets AA standards. Use with black text for best results.
Recommended text color: Use #000000 text for optimal readability on Cadet Blue backgrounds.
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About Cadet Blue Color
The Cadet Blue color (#5F9EA0) is a blue color that belongs to the web-safe color palette. This comprehensive guide covers everything you need to know about Cadet Blue, including its technical specifications, psychological impact, design applications, and practical usage examples.
Cadet Blue has the hexadecimal code #5F9EA0 and RGB values of 95, 158, 160. In the HSL color space, it has a hue of 182°, saturation of 25%, and lightness of 50%. This color is widely supported across all browsers and design applications.
Discover the psychological impact and cultural significance of Cadet Blue.
Associated Emotions
Trust, calm, stability, peace, loyalty, sadness
Symbolism & Meaning
Reliability, professionalism, security, tranquility
Marketing & Branding
Builds trust, promotes calmness, professional appearance
Learn how to effectively use Cadet Blue in various design contexts.
Web Design
- • Headers
- • Links
- • Corporate themes
- • Trust indicators
- • Professional layouts
Interior Design
- • Bedrooms
- • Bathrooms
- • Office spaces
- • Coastal themes
Graphic Design
- • Corporate branding
- • Healthcare materials
- • Technology themes
- • Professional presentations
Fashion & Clothing
- • Business attire
- • Denim
- • Formal wear
- • Casual shirts
Complete technical details and color space information for Cadet Blue.
Color Temperature
Dominant Wavelength
Color Purity
Brightness Index
Real-world examples and code snippets showing how to use Cadet Blue.
CSS Examples
Design Tips & Best Practices
When using Cadet Blue in your designs, consider its psychological impact and cultural associations. This color works well in web design, branding, and marketing materials and can be effectively paired with complementary colors to create striking visual compositions.
Accessibility Considerations
When using Cadet Blue as a text or background color, ensure sufficient contrast ratios for accessibility compliance. Test your color combinations against WCAG guidelines to ensure readability for all users.