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Navy

#242244

Navy is a cool dark color with the hex code #242244. This moderately saturated hue can be represented as RGB 36, 34, 68 in digital design or CMYK 47%, 50%, 0%, 73% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Navy Color Values

HEX
#242244
RGB
36, 34, 68
HSL
244°, 33%, 20%
CMYK
47, 50, 0, 73

About this color

Navy sits at 244° on the color wheel, placing it in the cool color family, typically conveying calm and professionalism. With 33% saturation and 20% lightness, this moderately saturated dark hue balances visibility with restraint.

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

When using Navy in print, the CMYK breakdown of 47%, 50%, 0%, 73% ensures accurate color reproduction. The high black component suggests this color will print deep and rich, though screen appearance may vary from print output.

How to use Navy

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #242244;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 36, 34, 68;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#242244',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 47%
M: 50%
Y: 0%
K: 73%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(36, 34, 68)
rgba(36, 34, 68, 0.8)

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #242244?
#242244 is Navy, a cool dark color with RGB values of 36, 34, 68. It has a hue of 244°, 33% saturation, and 20% lightness in the HSL color space.
What is the RGB value of #242244?
The RGB color code for #242244 is rgb(36, 34, 68). This means it contains 36 red, 34 green, and 68 blue in the RGB color model.
Is Navy a warm or cool color?
Navy (#242244) is a cool color with a hue between 120-300° on the color wheel.
How do I use #242244 in CSS?
You can use #242244 in CSS with: background-color: #242244; or color: #242244; or as an RGB value: rgb(36, 34, 68). For print design, use CMYK: 47%, 50%, 0%, 73%.