#0F2C3E

Color Profile: #0F2C3E

Common Name: Dark Slate Blue

RGB: (15, 44, 62)

HSL: (205, 47%, 17%)

Contrast Ratios: vs White: 5.1:1 (Passes AA), vs Black: 11.3:1 (Passes AAA)

Mood and Popularity:

The color #0F2C3E evokes a deep, sophisticated vibe often linked with creativity and professionalism. Its rich, dark tones are frequently seen in corporate settings, branding for luxury, and in visual art for a sense of mystery or depth. Popular in both traditional and contemporary designs, it’s known to suggest reliability and elegance.

Close Matches:

• BS 2660-7086 - Midnight Blue - #1D3C4E (ΔE=7.20)
• PANTONE 303 C - #003045 (ΔE=3.73)
• Benjamin Moore - North Sea - #2C3C4D (ΔE=8.58)
• RAL 5011 - Steel Blue - #394450 (ΔE=13.28)

Why Designers Use It:

• Versatility: #0F2C3E works exceptionally well across a variety of industries, particularly in corporate branding, fashion, and interior design. Its deep, muted tones lend a high-end, elegant feel while maintaining a sense of understated sophistication.
• Trendy or Timeless: It’s both a timeless classic and a trendsetter. Designers have been using it in various forms for decades due to its flexibility, balancing modernity and tradition.
• Industry Use: It’s highly prevalent in industries such as automotive (luxury cars), high-end fashion, corporate identities, and even in luxury tech gadgets. It suggests trust, reliability, and formality, often used in branding to convey professionalism.
• Nature and Inspiration: The color can be inspired by elements of the natural world like the ocean depths or twilight skies, which explain its frequent usage in maritime contexts, as well as in art and design that aims to invoke mystery and introspection.