midnightblue

Midnight blue is a deep, dark blue color named to evoke the night sky just after dusk. It is close to black but retains a distinct blue hue, and it is widely used in fashion, design, and branding.

In digital color systems, midnight blue is a named color in CSS and in the X11 color set. The commonly cited web color value is hex #191970, with RGB equivalent of 25, 25, 112. In HSL, it sits around 248 degrees, 64% saturation, and 28% lightness.

Variations exist across brands and media. In general usage, midnight blue reads as formal and sophisticated, suitable for corporate palettes and evening wear. It is darker and more bluish than navy, which tends to be lighter and slightly more gray.

Practical considerations: when reproducing midnight blue in printing, CMYK values depend on the printer profile and substrate, so conversions may differ from digital specifications. In design, it pairs well with gold, white, and cream, and contrasts with brighter blues and teals.