#16216C
- RGB
- 22, 33, 108
- Brightness
- 46.0
- HSL (°,%,%)
- 232°, 66%, 25%
- HSV V %
- 42%
- Lab
- 17.2, 24.6, -44.8
- CMYK (%)
- 80%, 69%, 0%, 58%
- PNG size
- 5.5 KB
- Tone / Feel
- dark, vivid cool hue
Recommended text: White (14.30:1 — AAA / AAA)
Color Profile: #16216C
Common Name: Pantone Solid Coated
RGB: (22, 33, 108)
HSL: (225°, 68%, 24%)
Contrast vs White: 5.4 (AA pass)
Contrast vs Black: 10.8 (AA pass)
Mood: This shade of blue carries a deep, bold presence with a touch of elegance, commonly associated with professionalism, trust, and confidence. It evokes a calm yet assertive energy, making it suitable for corporate branding, luxury items, and more formal designs. It’s an elegant choice for logos, websites, and product designs aiming for a refined yet approachable aesthetic.
Close Named Matches:
- ROYAL BLUE - #2B3769 (ΔE=20.44)
- Aircraft Blue - #173679 (ΔE=12.36)
- Royal Blue - #23517A (ΔE=34.77)
- Good Karma - #2C4277 (ΔE=22.50)
- Magnetic Blue - #05308C (ΔE=11.65)
Why Designers Use It:
This deep blue shade is often chosen for its sophisticated yet approachable nature. It stands out in various industries such as corporate design, technology, finance, and the automotive sector, offering a sense of professionalism and trust. It's widely used for logos and branding in high-end markets and business sectors where confidence and reliability are key messages. Designers opt for it when they want a color that conveys authority without being overpowering. In fact, it is quite popular in the design of business cards, websites, and product packaging, particularly for industries tied to luxury or high-end services. Its rich depth can symbolize both tradition and modernity, striking a balance between classic appeal and contemporary innovation. With its links to stability, this color is used frequently in safety gear and tech devices, as well as being an iconic choice for uniforms in many national and private services.