COLOR
#494083
≈ Galactic Compass
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On white
Aa
8.96:1
Passes AAA
On black
Aa
1.95:1
Fails AA
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Aa#FFFFFF(8.96:1)
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Normal vision#494083
Protanopia#244B85
Deuteranopia#234781
Tritanopia#384E5B
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Colors that go with Galactic Compass
Galactic Compass sits in the blue family. Pair it with warm accents — amber, coral or gold — to stop it feeling cold, or lean into its harmonies below for a ready-made scheme.
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Colour nameGalactic Compass#48357BΔE 3.6CSS nameDarkslateblue#483D8BΔE 2.1Web-safe#333366#333366ΔE 6.4
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Galactic Compass — meaning & where to use it
Galactic Compass is a rich, mid-toned blue — it reads as trustworthy, stable and professional. It's a natural fit for corporate, tech and financial brands, and dependable UI chrome. To keep it balanced, pair it with warm accents — amber, coral or gold — to stop it feeling cold.
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