#2349B4
Royal Blue color
Royal blue is a bright, deep blue said to have been created for a British queen's gown. It is bold, saturated and flattering on cool skin tones.
It is a dark, cool color with an estimated light reflectance value (LRV) of 8.4.
| HEX | |
|---|---|
| RGB | |
| HSL | |
| CMYK | |
| LAB | |
| LRV (approx.) |
What colors go with royal blue?
Tried-and-true partners for royal blue in outfits and rooms:
Color wheel harmonies
Complementary – opposite on the color wheel, maximum contrast
Analogous – neighbors on the wheel, calm and blended
Triadic – three evenly spaced colors, balanced and lively
Split complementary – softer contrast than complementary
Tints and shades of royal blue
Lighter tints on the left, the base color in the middle, darker shades on the right.
Closest royal blue paint colors
The nearest paint color from each brand by perceived color difference (CIEDE2000). Screen colors are approximations; always test a sample on your wall.
Who looks good in royal blue?
In seasonal color analysis, royal blue or a very close shade appears in these palettes:
Similar colors
FAQ
What is the hex code for royal blue?
The hex code for royal blue is #2349B4. In RGB it is rgb(35, 73, 180), in HSL hsl(224, 67%, 42%) and in CMYK cmyk(81%, 59%, 0%, 29%).
What colors go with royal blue?
Royal Blue pairs well with white, gold, blush pink, charcoal grey. For a color-wheel match, its complementary color is #B38D23.
Is royal blue a warm or cool color?
Royal Blue is a cool color. It looks most harmonious next to other cool tones like white, navy and grey.
What is the complementary color of royal blue?
The complementary color of royal blue (#2349B4) is #B38D23, directly opposite on the color wheel. Used together they create strong contrast, so use one as the main color and the other as an accent.
Recommended app · ColorScan
Is that really royal blue?
Point ColorScan at a sofa, a dress or a wall and see whether it is royal blue or something close, with the exact hex code and matching paint colors.
- Identify any color from a photo or the live camera
- Closest matches from Benjamin Moore, Sherwin-Williams, Behr and Farrow & Ball
- HEX, RGB, HSL, CMYK and LAB in one tap
- Color harmonies and palettes from any shot
