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云山蓝

#2F90B9
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Water Element
Winter · North · Wisdom & Depth
Secondary Color (间色)

Cultural Resonance

A traditional Chinese color with historical roots. Modern nomenclature.

A secondary color derived from blending primary colors, commonly seen in folk clothing and daily life.

Five Elements

Element
Water
Season
Spring
Direction
East
Symbolism
Growth & Vitality
Color Class
Secondary Color (间色)
Category
Blue

Technical Specs

HEX#2F90B9
RGB47, 144, 185
HSL198°, 59%, 45%
CMYK91%, 24%, 22%, 4%

Visual Analysis

A mid-toned cyan tone (H:198° S:59% L:45%) that is distinctly saturated, vivid. It carries the warmth of earthenware, offering a distinctive presence in any palette.

Color Harmonies

Complementary
#2F90B9
#B6582F
Triadic
#2F90B9
#B62F8E
#8EB62F
Analogous
#2FB69B
#2F90B9
#2F4AB6
Split-Complementary
#2F90B9
#B62F4A
#B69B2F
Tint & Shade
#14516C
#2F90B9
#7AB7D1

Design Applications

Brand & Identity

"云山蓝" is particularly suited for technology, finance, and maritime brands. Its specific tonal character (H:198° S:59%) creates a distinctive brand identity that stands apart from generic color choices.

Interior & Spatial

In spatial design, this specific shade excels in modern offices, reading nooks, and coastal interiors. At 45% lightness, it balances visibility and subtlety — ideal for body text containers, sidebar accents, or secondary backgrounds.

Digital & UI

In digital interfaces, consider using "云山蓝" for navigation bars, links, and trust-building elements. At 45% lightness, it balances visibility and subtlety — ideal for body text containers, sidebar accents, or secondary backgrounds.

Accessibility — WCAG Contrast

White Text Sample
The quick brown fox jumps.
3.61:1
AA AAA
Black Text Sample
The quick brown fox jumps.
5.81:1
AA AAA

WCAG 2.1 requires ≥4.5:1 for AA and ≥7:1 for AAA. Best text color: black (#000).

Color Psychology

Color Temperature

Cool-toned (hue 198°), evokes calm and focus. Cool colors recede, creating depth.

Visual Weight

Mid-range lightness (45%) creates balanced presence — works for text and interactive elements.

Saturation Impact

Moderate saturation (59%) balances engagement and comfort for extended viewing.

Color Breakdown

Hue198°
Saturation59%
Lightness45%
Print Values (CMYK)
C91%
M24%
Y22%
K4%

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