Dark Midnight Blue is a
cool dark color with the hex code #194970.
This vibrant hue can be represented as RGB
25, 73, 112 in digital design or CMYK 78%, 35%, 0%, 56% for print applications.
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Dark Midnight Blue
#194970
Dark Midnight Blue Color Values
- HEX
- #194970
- RGB
- 25, 73, 112
- HSL
- 207°, 64%, 27%
- CMYK
- 78, 35, 0, 56
Shades & Tints
About this color
Dark Midnight Blue sits at 207° on the color wheel, placing it in the cool color family, typically conveying calm and professionalism. With 64% saturation and 27% lightness, this vibrant dark hue conveys richness and intensity.
In digital design, cool colors like Dark Midnight Blue work well for backgrounds, navigation, and establishing trust. Dark colors provide excellent contrast for text overlays and premium brand aesthetics.
When using Dark Midnight Blue in print, the CMYK breakdown of 78%, 35%, 0%, 56% ensures accurate color reproduction. This balanced CMYK profile should reproduce consistently across different printing methods.
Color Harmonies
Complementary
Analogous
Triadic
Split-Complementary
How to use Dark Midnight Blue
CSS Variable
:root {
--brand-primary: #194970;
--brand-primary-rgb: 25, 73, 112;
} Define as a CSS custom property for consistent theming across your site.
Tailwind Config
colors: {
brand: '#194970',
}
Add to your Tailwind config to use classes like bg-brand.
Print Design (CMYK)
C: 78%
M: 35%
Y: 0%
K: 56% Use these CMYK values in Adobe Illustrator, InDesign, or print specifications.
RGB for Screens
rgb(25, 73, 112)
rgba(25, 73, 112, 0.8) Use RGB notation for compatibility or add alpha channel for transparency.
Brands Using the Same Hue
16 brand s with colors near 207° on the color wheel
Frequently Asked Questions
What color is #194970?
What is the RGB value of #194970?
Is Dark Midnight Blue a warm or cool color?
How do I use #194970 in CSS?
background-color: #194970; or color: #194970; or as an RGB value: rgb(25, 73, 112). For print design, use CMYK: 78%, 35%, 0%, 56%.