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Navy Blue

#10069D

Navy Blue is a cool dark color with the hex code #10069D. This vibrant hue can be represented as RGB 16, 6, 157 in digital design or CMYK 90%, 96%, 0%, 38% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Navy Blue Color Values

HEX
#10069D
RGB
16, 6, 157
HSL
244°, 93%, 32%
CMYK
90, 96, 0, 38

About this color

Navy Blue sits at 244° on the color wheel, placing it in the cool color family, typically conveying calm and professionalism. With 93% saturation and 32% lightness, this vibrant dark hue conveys richness and intensity.

In digital design, cool colors like Navy Blue work well for backgrounds, navigation, and establishing trust. Dark colors provide excellent contrast for text overlays and premium brand aesthetics.

When using Navy Blue in print, the CMYK breakdown of 90%, 96%, 0%, 38% ensures accurate color reproduction. This balanced CMYK profile should reproduce consistently across different printing methods.

How to use Navy Blue

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #10069D;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 16, 6, 157;
}

Define as a CSS custom property for consistent theming across your site.

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#10069D',
}

Add to your Tailwind config to use classes like bg-brand.

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 90%
M: 96%
Y: 0%
K: 38%

Use these CMYK values in Adobe Illustrator, InDesign, or print specifications.

RGB for Screens

rgb(16, 6, 157)
rgba(16, 6, 157, 0.8)

Use RGB notation for compatibility or add alpha channel for transparency.

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #10069D?
#10069D is Navy Blue, a cool dark color with RGB values of 16, 6, 157. It has a hue of 244°, 93% saturation, and 32% lightness in the HSL color space.
What is the RGB value of #10069D?
The RGB color code for #10069D is rgb(16, 6, 157). This means it contains 16 red, 6 green, and 157 blue in the RGB color model.
Is Navy Blue a warm or cool color?
Navy Blue (#10069D) is a cool color with a hue between 120-300° on the color wheel.
How do I use #10069D in CSS?
You can use #10069D in CSS with: background-color: #10069D; or color: #10069D; or as an RGB value: rgb(16, 6, 157). For print design, use CMYK: 90%, 96%, 0%, 38%.