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紅掛花 (Benikakehana)

#4E4F97

A medium muted blue with cool undertones. A traditional Japanese color (和色) with deep cultural roots in kimono, ink painting, and seasonal aesthetics.

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Emotion & Mood

Emotion
BalancedCool
Mood
StableGrounded

Personality & Symbolism

BalancedApproachableVersatile
Cultural Symbolism

Rooted in Japanese culture, nature, and seasonal beauty.

Recommended Use

Suitable for backgrounds and subtle design elements.

Color Harmonies

Complementary
#4E4F97
+
#97964e
Split Complementary
#97724e
#4E4F97
#74974e
Darker Shades
Lighter Tints

Visual Analysis

Hue239°
Saturation32%
Lightness45%
This is a medium-toned color with moderate saturation. It falls in the blue hue family (239°).

Technical Values

HEX#4E4F97
RGBrgb(78, 79, 151)
HSLhsl(239, 32%, 45%)
CMYK48%, 48%, 0%, 41%
ContrastDark
CSSbackground: #4E4F97;

Accessibility — WCAG Contrast

White Text Sample
The quick brown fox jumps.
7.27:1
AA AAA
Black Text Sample
The quick brown fox jumps.
2.89:1
AA AAA

WCAG 2.1 requires a contrast ratio of ≥4.5:1 for AA (normal text) and ≥7:1 for AAA. Best text color for this background: white (#FFFFFF).

Color Psychology

Color Temperature

This cool-toned color (hue 239°) evokes feelings of calm, trust, and intellectual focus. Cool colors tend to recede visually, creating depth and spaciousness in layouts.

Visual Weight

This mid-range lightness (45%) creates a balanced visual presence — neither heavy nor ethereal. It works well for both text and interactive elements.

Saturation Impact

Moderate saturation (32%) strikes a balance between engagement and comfort. These tones can be viewed for extended periods without fatigue, making them ideal for interfaces used daily.

Design Applications

Corporate & Enterprise

Communicates trust and professionalism — the top choice for corporate sites, legal firms, and B2B SaaS.

Government & Institutions

Authority and dependability — frequently used for government portals, educational institutions, and official communications.

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