DarkBlue (#00008B) Color Meaning and Information

DarkBlue (#00008B) Color Information

DarkBlue (#00008B) RGB value is (0, 0, 139). The hex color red value is 0, green is 0, and blue is 139. Its HSL format shows a hue of 240°, saturation of 100 percent, and lightness of 27 percent. The CMYK process values are 100 percent, 100 percent, 0 percent, 45 percent.

DarkBlue

#00008B

rgb(0, 0, 139)

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DarkBlue (#00008B) Color Meaning

DarkBlue (#00008B) signifies absolute authority, nautical depth, and nocturnal order. This pure, very dark blue is the color of the deep ocean at night, formal uniforms, and the void of space. Psychologically, DarkBlue (#00008B) inspires respect, solemnity, and a profound sense of stability and unwavering principles. It culturally references traditional navy forces, academic dress, and the backdrop of classic star maps. Spiritually, this color represents infinite depth, the rule of cosmic law, and the mind's journey into the unknown, acting as a steadfast symbol for structured exploration and silent power.

Color Conversion

Convert DarkBlue (#00008B) across different color models and formats. These conversions help designers work seamlessly between digital and print media, ensuring this color maintains its intended appearance across RGB screens, CMYK printers, and HSL color manipulations.

HEX

#00008B

RGB

rgb(0, 0, 139)

HSL

hsl(240°, 100%, 27%)

CMYK

cmyk(100%, 100%, 0%, 45%)

HSV

hsv(240°, 100%, 55%)

XYZ

4.6602 1.8641 24.5403

Yxy

1.8641 0.1500 0.0600

Hunter Lab

13.6532 0.3666 -0.9059

CIE-Lab

14.7572 50.4293 -68.6833

RGB Values & CMYK Values

RGB Values

Red0 / 255 (0%)

Green0 / 255 (0%)

Blue139 / 255 (55%)

55%

CMYK Values

Cyan100 / 100 (100%)

100%

Magenta100 / 100 (100%)

100%

Yellow0 / 100 (0%)

Key (Black)45 / 100 (45%)

45%

Color Variations

DarkBlue (#00008B) harmonies come to life through carefully balanced shades, tints, and tones, giving this color depth and flexibility across light and dark variations. Shades add richness, tints bring an airy softness, and tones soften intensity, making it easy to pair in clean, modern palettes.

Color Harmonies

DarkBlue (#00008B) harmonies create beautiful relationships with other colors based on their position on the color wheel. Each harmony type offers unique design possibilities, enabling cohesive and visually appealing color schemes.

Analogous

Colors adjacent on the color wheel (30° apart)

Complementary

Colors opposite on the color wheel (180° apart)

Split Complementary

Three colors using one base hue and the two hues beside its opposite

Triadic

Three colors evenly spaced (120° apart)

Tetradic

Four colors forming a rectangle on the wheel

Square

Four colors evenly spaced (90° apart)

Double Split

Four colors formed from two base hues and the colors next to their opposites

Monochromatic

Variations of a single hue

Contrast Checker

(WCAG 2.1) Test DarkBlue (#00008B) for accessibility compliance against white and black backgrounds. Proper contrast ensures this color remains readable and usable for all audiences, meeting WCAG 2.1 standards for both normal and large text applications.

Foreground:#FFFFFF

Background:#00008B

Sample Text

This is how your text will look with these colors.

Large Text (18pt+)

15.30:1

✓WCAG AA

✓WCAG AAA

Normal Text

15.30:1

✓WCAG AA

✓WCAG AAA

UI Components

15.30:1

✓WCAG AA

✓WCAG AAA

Color Blindness Simulator

See how #00008B appears to people with different types of color vision deficiencies. These simulations help create more inclusive designs that consider how this color is perceived across various visual abilities.

Normal Vision

DarkBlue (#00008B)

protanopia

#000069

Note: These simulations are approximations. Actual color vision deficiency varies by individual.

CSS Examples

Background Color

background-color: #00008B;

Text Color

color: #00008B;

Sample Text

Border Color

border: 2px solid #00008B;

Box Shadow

box-shadow: 0 4px 6px #00008B40;

Text Shadow

text-shadow: 2px 2px 4px #00008B;

Sample Text

Gradient

background: linear-gradient(135deg, #00008B 0%, #000057 100%);

Related Colors

Find out the colors closely related to DarkBlue (#00008B) in hue, saturation, and lightness. These color relatives offer harmonious alternatives and complementary options that work well alongside this color in comprehensive color schemes.