#030F35

Color Profile: #030F35

Common Name: Dark Navy Blue

RGB: (3, 15, 53)

HSL: (216°, 94%, 11%)

Contrast Ratios:
Versus White: 10.8:1 (AA Pass)
Versus Black: 1.6:1 (AA Fail)

Mood: This color exudes sophistication, depth, and calm. It's often associated with stability and authority, evoking the feel of a dark ocean or a starry night sky. It carries an air of mystery and elegance, while also grounding design work with its muted yet rich tone. Popular in premium or professional environments, it sets a distinguished atmosphere that suggests timelessness and elegance.

Close Named Matches:

• Australian Standard AS2700: Royal Blue (#2B3769)
• British Standard BS 2660: Midnight Blue (#1D3C4E)
• Benjamin Moore: Bold Blue (#2C3659)
• Pantone Solid Coated: Pantone 2768 C (#0D204A)

Why Designers Use It:

• This color is chosen by designers because it offers a timeless, professional, and polished aesthetic, perfect for corporate, luxury, or high-end fashion-related designs.
• Its dark blue tone promotes trust and authority, making it a popular choice for branding, particularly in industries like law, finance, or technology.
• The hue provides excellent contrast in both print and digital designs, ensuring readability and impact without being overpowering.
• It is often used in branding for companies seeking to project strength and professionalism while maintaining a sense of sophistication.

Notable Structures and Uses:

• Common in luxury product packaging, high-end car designs, and corporate logos, where trust and reliability need to be conveyed.
• Regionally, it may be linked to maritime traditions, where navy blue has been historically associated with naval uniforms and the sea.
• In technology, this color has been used by several well-known tech companies for their user interfaces and branding, reflecting stability and security.