Color swatch image showing #102C4A with RGB(16,44,74) values
Color swatch image showing #102C4A with RGB(16,44,74) values

#102C4A Color Meaning and Information

Everything you need to know about #102C4A including values, color harmonies, shades, meanings, and applications in design, branding, and everyday visuals.

#102C4A Color Information

#102C4A RGB value is (16, 44, 74). The hex color red value is 16, green is 44, and blue is 74. Its HSL format shows a hue of 211°, saturation of 64 percent, and lightness of 18 percent. The CMYK process values are 78 percent, 41 percent, 0 percent, 71 percent.

#102C4A color swatch
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#102C4A Color Meaning

Color #102C4A signifies intellectual depth, calm authority, and introspective reflection. #102C4A deep blue evokes alpine flora and clear twilight skies. Psychologically, color #102C4A promotes analytical thinking and measured decision-making. Designers often apply #102C4A for contemplative or professional layouts. Symbolically, color #102C4A represents wisdom, patience, and structured insight. Cultural associations tie #102C4A to scholarship and disciplined exploration. Spiritually, color #102C4A embodies thoughtful reflection and inner clarity.

Color Conversion

Convert #102C4A 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
#102C4A
RGB
rgb(16, 44, 74)
HSL
hsl(211°, 64%, 18%)
CMYK
cmyk(78%, 41%, 0%, 71%)
HSV
hsv(211°, 78%, 29%)
XYZ
2.3504 2.4059 6.8191
Yxy
2.4059 0.2031 0.2078
Hunter Lab
15.5110 0.0092 -0.1920
CIE-Lab
17.4878 1.3266 -21.6865

RGB Values & CMYK Values

RGB Values

Red16 / 255 (6%)
Green44 / 255 (17%)
17%
Blue74 / 255 (29%)
29%

CMYK Values

Cyan78 / 100 (78%)
78%
Magenta41 / 100 (41%)
41%
Yellow0 / 100 (0%)
Key (Black)71 / 100 (71%)
71%

Color Variations

#102C4A 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

#102C4A 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 #102C4A 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.

#FFFFFF
#102C4A

Sample Text

This is how your text will look with these colors.

Large Text (18pt+)

14.18:1
WCAG AA
WCAG AAA

Normal Text

14.18:1
WCAG AA
WCAG AAA

UI Components

14.18:1
WCAG AA
WCAG AAA

Color Blindness Simulator

See how #102C4A 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

#102C4A

protanopia

#1c1c43

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

CSS Examples

Background Color

background-color: #102C4A;

Text Color

color: #102C4A;

Sample Text

Border Color

border: 2px solid #102C4A;

Box Shadow

box-shadow: 0 4px 6px #102C4A40;

Text Shadow

text-shadow: 2px 2px 4px #102C4A;

Sample Text

Gradient

background: linear-gradient(135deg, #102C4A 0%, #0b1e33 100%);

#102C4A Color FAQs

Frequently asked questions about #102C4A color meaning, symbolism, and applications. Click on any question to expand detailed answers.