Oxford Blue
Meet Oxford Blue (#002147), a color of profound depth and sophistication. Its nearly-black appearance holds a rich, inky blue character that reveals itself upon closer inspection, making it a compelling choice for designs that require a subtle yet powerful foundation.
Oxford Blue Code Conversions
HEX
#002147
LAB
13, 6, -27
RGB
0, 33, 71
XYZ
1.7, 1.5, 6.2
HSL
212°, 100%, 14%
LCH
13, 28, 282°
HSB
212°, 100%, 28%
LUV
13, -7, -25
HWB
212°, 0%, 72%
Oxford Blue Color Harmonies
Analogous
Analogous colors are found next to Oxford Blue on the color wheel. This combination creates a harmonious and serene palette, ideal for calm designs.
Complementary
Complementary colors sit opposite each other on the color wheel. When paired with Oxford Blue, they create a high-contrast, visually striking effect.
Split Complementary
A split complementary scheme pairs Oxford Blue with the two hues on either side of its opposite color, creating a sophisticated, high-contrast look.
Triadic
A triadic scheme pairs Oxford Blue with two other colors, all equidistant on the color wheel, for a high-contrast and harmonious visual effect.
Tetradic
A tetradic scheme for Oxford Blue uses two pairs of complementary colors, forming a rectangle on the color wheel for a rich, balanced palette.
Square
A square color scheme pairs Oxford Blue with three other colors, all equidistant on the color wheel, creating a vibrant, high-contrast palette.
Oxford Blue Contrast Simulation
Oxford Blue Color Variations
Shades
Adding black to Oxford Blue creates darker shades, which introduce a sense of weight.
Tints
Tints of Oxford Blue are lighter variations created by adding white for a softer appearance.
Tones
Tones of Oxford Blue are created by adding gray, resulting in softer, more muted variations.
Hues
Hues are variations of Oxford Blue, differing in intensity and temperature to set specific moods.
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