Dark Imperial Blue
HEX: #00416A | Modern Palette
Color Specifications
#00416A
0, 65, 106
203°, 100% ,41%
100, 38.68, 0, 58.43
About Dark Imperial Blue
Dark Imperial Blue (#00416A) is a color with RGB(0, 65, 106) and HSL(203.21°, 100%, 41.57%). It is commonly associated with Bold moods. In design, it fits Vivid, Cool styles and is suitable for Text, Button, Accent. Its complementary color is #6A2900, which creates strong contrast. Its triadic palette includes #6A0041 and #416A00. The name comes from Dark Imperial Blue (English).
- HEX: #00416A
- RGB: 0, 65, 106
- HSL: 203.21°, 100%, 41.57%
- Mood: Bold
- Style: Vivid, Cool
- Use case: Text, Button, Accent
- Complementary color: #6A2900
- Triadic colors: #6A0041, #416A00
- The name comes from Dark Imperial Blue (English).
Live Components
Color Palettes
Dark Imperial Blue #00416A is used in Monochromatic, Neutral + Accent, Analogous, 3 + 1 + 1 palettes, giving designers ready-made combinations for backgrounds, surfaces, accents, and interface elements.
Color Harmonies
Dark Imperial Blue #00416A pairs with #6A2900 as its complementary color, and #6A0041 and #416A00 in triadic combinations. These harmony relationships help create balanced color combinations for UI, branding, and design work.
Frequently Asked Questions
Name, History & Etymology
History
The term 'imperial blue' itself has a long history, often associated with the uniforms of imperial armies (like the French Imperial Guard under Napoleon) or the regalia of royalty and empires. Blue, in general, has been a color of nobility, wealth, and power for centuries due to the expense of early blue dyes (like lapis lazuli or indigo). The addition of 'dark' emphasizes a deeper, more serious, and perhaps more formal or authoritative tone than a lighter imperial blue might convey. This specific shade, #00416a, is a very deep, almost navy-like blue with a slight teal undertone, making it distinct from a pure navy or a brighter royal blue. Its use in modern contexts often evokes sophistication, trustworthiness, and tradition.
First Recorded Use
While 'imperial blue' has historical roots, the specific descriptor 'Dark Imperial Blue' as a named color shade likely emerged with the standardization of color names in industries like paint, textiles, and fashion. The late 19th and early 20th centuries saw a proliferation of specific color names to differentiate shades.
Cultural Associations
Culturally, dark blues are widely associated with stability, professionalism, intelligence, and authority in Western societies. 'Imperial' adds a layer of grandeur, tradition, and historical significance. It's a color often seen in corporate branding for financial institutions, luxury goods, and educational institutions. It can also be found in formal wear, military uniforms, and academic regalia. The 'dark' aspect can also imply seriousness and depth. It avoids the starkness of black while maintaining a strong, commanding presence.
Code Snippets
/* Background */
.element {
background-color: #00416A;
}
/* Text */
.element {
color: #00416A;
}
/* Border */
.element {
border: 1px solid #00416A;
}/* Linear gradient to complementary */
.element {
background: linear-gradient(
to right,
#00416A,
#D45200
);
}
/* Radial gradient */
.element {
background: radial-gradient(
circle,
#00416A,
#D45200
);
}// SCSS variable
$dark-imperial-blue: #00416A;
// With RGB channels (useful for rgba() usage)
$dark-imperial-blue-r: 0;
$dark-imperial-blue-g: 65;
$dark-imperial-blue-b: 106;
// Usage
.element {
background-color: $dark-imperial-blue;
color: rgba($dark-imperial-blue-r, $dark-imperial-blue-g, $dark-imperial-blue-b, 0.8);
}