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#293146 Color Meaning and Information

Everything you need to know about #293146 including values, color harmonies, shades, meanings, and applications in design, branding, and everyday visuals.

#293146 Color Information

#293146 RGB value is (41, 49, 70). The hex color red value is 41, green is 49, and blue is 70. Its HSL format shows a hue of 223°, saturation of 26 percent, and lightness of22 percent. The CMYK process values are 41 percent, 30 percent, 0 percent, 73percent.

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#293146 Color Meaning

Color #293146 conveys depth, introspection, and quiet authority. Unlike brighter blues, #293146 dark navy hue draws from the abyssal zones of the ocean—where light fades and pressure mounts—reflecting resilience under unseen strain. Designers and psychologists note its ability to evoke calm restraint without sacrificing gravitas. Color #293146 works well in professional environments where focus and emotional composure matter more than cheerfulness. #293146 shade bridges maritime tradition and modern minimalism. Historically, naval uniforms and ship interiors used similar tones to project discipline and unity. Today, color #293146 appears in tech interfaces and executive branding to signal reliability without rigidity. Its low luminance reduces visual fatigue, making #293146 ideal for prolonged screen use. Unlike pure black, #293146 retains dimensionality while maintaining contrast. In symbolic frameworks, color #293146 represents hidden knowledge and emotional reserve. #293146 does not invite casual engagement; instead, #293146 suggests layers waiting beneath the surface. Viewers often associate #293146 with strategic thinking, patience, and controlled power. Because #293146 lacks the cold sterility of grays, #293146 retains a subtle warmth—enough to feel human, not mechanical.

Color Conversion

Convert #293146 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
#293146
RGB
rgb(41, 49, 70)
HSL
hsl(223°, 26%, 22%)
CMYK
cmyk(41%, 30%, 0%, 73%)
HSV
hsv(223°, 41%, 27%)
XYZ
3.1183 3.1102 6.2303
Yxy
3.1102 0.2503 0.2496
Hunter Lab
17.6358 0.0266 -0.1478
CIE-Lab
20.4801 2.8225 -14.1724

RGB Values & CMYK Values

RGB Values

Red41 / 255 (16%)
16%
Green49 / 255 (19%)
19%
Blue70 / 255 (27%)
27%

CMYK Values

Cyan41 / 100 (41%)
41%
Magenta30 / 100 (30%)
30%
Yellow0 / 100 (0%)
Key (Black)73 / 100 (73%)
73%

Color Variations

#293146 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

#293146 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 #293146 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.

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Sample Text

This is how your text will look with these colors.

Large Text (18pt+)

12.95:1
WCAG AA
WCAG AAA

Normal Text

12.95:1
WCAG AA
WCAG AAA

UI Components

12.95:1
WCAG AA
WCAG AAA

Color Blindness Simulator

See how #293146 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

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protanopia

#2c2d41

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

CSS Examples

Background Color

background-color: #293146;

Text Color

color: #293146;

Sample Text

Border Color

border: 2px solid #293146;

Box Shadow

box-shadow: 0 4px 6px #29314640;

Text Shadow

text-shadow: 2px 2px 4px #293146;

Sample Text

Gradient

background: linear-gradient(135deg, #293146 0%, #1b202e 100%);

#293146 Color FAQs

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