When Reflective Atoll without Shifting

#2f368e RGB(47,54,142)

About this color

When Reflective Atoll without Shifting is a medium-dark blue with a vivid character, positioned at #2f368e on the color spectrum.

#2f368eRGB(47, 54, 142)

HSL 236° · 50% saturation · 37% lightness

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Psychology

In its darkest registers blue becomes serious and introspective: trustworthy, professional, slightly austere.

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History

In Japanese aesthetics, blue — particularly indigo — has been a central colour for centuries: the slow-dyed textiles of Tokushima remain prized for their depth and permanence.

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Design use

From a design perspective, this shade excels as a primary background in dark themes, a strong border or divider, or a headline colour against a light surface. Combine with lighter tints of the same hue for a cohesive palette.

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Colour pairings

Looking at colour relationships, this blue pairs naturally with warm neutrals — tawny beiges, soft terracottas, aged brass — which amplify its cool character by contrast. Analogous blue-violets and blue-greens give a more cohesive, tonal result.

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Color Categories

Color formats

Name
When Reflective Atoll without Shifting
HEX
#2f368e
RGB
rgb(47,54,142)
RGB%
rgb(18.4%,21.2%,55.7%)
HSL
hsl(236,50%,37%)
HSV
hsv(236,67%,56%)
CMYK
cmyk(67,62,0,44)
LAB
lab(27,27,-50)
LCH
lch(27,57,298)
sRGB
(0.184,0.212,0.557)
HEX8
#2f368eff
CSS Name
Decimal
047054142

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Color info

Lightness
37%
Saturation
50%
Hue
236°
Chroma
57
Temperature
WarmCool
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