#23174E

Color Values

HEX

#23174E

RGB

35, 23, 78

HSL

253.1, 54.5%, 19.8%

HSV

253.1, 70.5%, 30.6%

CMYK

55.1%, 70.5%, 0.0%, 69.4%

OKLCH

0.2572 0.0962 287.7

Properties

Cool Dark Nearest: RAL 5005 Signal Blue

Color Psychology

Dark blues like navy and midnight convey authority, intelligence, and unshakeable confidence. They are the color of police uniforms, corporate suits, and official documents worldwide. Navy blue inspires feelings of security and order, anchoring visual hierarchies with gravitas.

Design Usage

Dark blue is the premier choice for header backgrounds, navigation bars, and footer sections in corporate websites. It provides excellent contrast for white text and creates a sense of depth and professionalism. Pair it with bright accent colors like orange or lime for vibrant CTAs that pop against the authoritative background.