Color: Slate Blue
Complete color information and conversion tools for Slate Blue
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Test Slate 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 white text for best results.
Recommended text color: Use #FFFFFF text for optimal readability on Slate Blue backgrounds.
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About Slate Blue Color
The Slate Blue color (#6A5ACD) is a blue color that belongs to the web-safe color palette. This comprehensive guide covers everything you need to know about Slate Blue, including its technical specifications, psychological impact, design applications, and practical usage examples.
Slate Blue has the hexadecimal code #6A5ACD and RGB values of 106, 90, 205. In the HSL color space, it has a hue of 248°, saturation of 53%, and lightness of 58%. This color is widely supported across all browsers and design applications.
Discover the psychological impact and cultural significance of Slate 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 Slate 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 Slate Blue.
Color Temperature
Dominant Wavelength
Color Purity
Brightness Index
Real-world examples and code snippets showing how to use Slate Blue.
CSS Examples
Design Tips & Best Practices
When using Slate 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 Slate 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.