When Sinister Basalt behind Collapsing

#1e2a33 RGB(30,42,51)

About this color

When Sinister Basalt behind Collapsing settles into a dark blue territory with a moderate quality that feels cool — captured at #1e2a33, RGB(30, 42, 51).

#1e2a33RGB(30, 42, 51)

HSL 206° · 26% saturation · 16% 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 Sinister Basalt behind Collapsing
HEX
#1e2a33
RGB
rgb(30,42,51)
RGB%
rgb(11.8%,16.5%,20%)
HSL
hsl(206,26%,16%)
HSV
hsv(206,41%,20%)
CMYK
cmyk(41,18,0,80)
LAB
lab(16,-2,-7)
LCH
lch(16,7,254)
sRGB
(0.118,0.165,0.2)
HEX8
#1e2a33ff
CSS Name
Decimal
030042051

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Color info

Lightness
16%
Saturation
26%
Hue
206°
Chroma
7
Temperature
WarmCool
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