1. blues
2. dark-neutrals
3. Ahoy

Color Ahoy blue (#2a3149):
HEX, RGB color codes for HTML and CSS

The Comprehensive Guide to Ahoy blue (#2a3149):
Its Meaning and Harmonious Color Matches in Design.

Hue Family:
blues

blues Family:
dark-neutral

Saturation:
moderately saturated

Tones:
dark-toned

Shade:
dark

Temperature:
cool

Chromaticity:
chromatic

Chroma:
low chroma

Color Information about Ahoy / #2a3149

The HTML HEX code is #2a3149. The corresponding color name is "Ahoy". In RGB values (additive color space used for Digital Displays), this HEX code translates to Red (R): 42%, Green (G): 49%, Blue (B): 73%. In the CMYK color model (subtractive color model used in printing), it is represented by Cyan (C): 42%, Magenta (M): 33%, Yellow (Y):0%, Black (K): 71%. In the HSL color space, #2a3149 has a hue of 226°, saturation of 27%, and lightness of 23%. The HSV representation is 226° for hue, 42% for saturation, and 29% for value.

In the CIE-LAB color space, the color is denoted by L* (lightness) = 21, a* (green to red) = 4, and b* (blue to yellow) = -16. The XYZ representation is X: 3, Y: 3, Z: 7. In the YUV color space, it translates to Y (luminance) = 0.1947, U (chrominance) = 0.0451, and V (chrominance) = -0.0263.

The decimal value of the color is 2765129. The closest Web-safe HEX code is #333333. Variations of the colour are #505E8B for a 20% lighter version and #06070A for a 20% darker version.

For the color with hex value #2a3149, the correlated color temperature (CT) is estimated to be 26112 Kelvin (26112K).

The approximate wavelength of #2a3149 is around 477.00nm.

The Depth and Diversity of Ahoy (Hex: #2a3149): Exploring its Impact in Design and Culture

The hex color #2a3149, named Ahoy, is reminiscent of the deep blue color of the ocean at dusk. This shade of blue is often seen when the sky meets the water, creating a serene and mysterious atmosphere. Just like the calmness and vastness of the ocean, Ahoy exudes a sense of tranquility and depth. It can be compared to the twilight hour when the world starts to settle and transition into darkness, portraying the beauty and serenity of nature.

Tints and Shades of #2a3149 HEX color (Ahoy)

In color theory, tints and shades are essential for understanding the depth and luminosity of colors. A tint is achieved by adding white to a pure hue, lightening its appearance. Conversely, a shade results from blending black with a color, giving it a deeper tone. In the context of #2a3149, this color stands at the center between its tints and shades. While the tints get progressively lighter moving towards white (#ffffff), the shades deepen towards black (#000000).

• #ffffff
• #CACCD2
• #9598A4
• #5F6577
• #2a3149
• #202537
• #151925
• #0B0C12
• #000000

Tones of Ahoy (#2a3149 HEX color)

A tone is produced by adding gray to any pure hue. In the case of #2a3149, #4c515f is the less saturated color, while #2a3149 is the most saturated one.

• #4c515f
• #44495a
• #3b4154
• #33394f
• #2a3149
• #333333
• #262626
• #1a1a1a
• #0d0d0d

HTML Usage Examples

<p style="color: #2a3149;">This is a css example</p>

p { color: #2a3149; }

.text {color:#2a3149;}

.background {background-color:#2a3149;}

.border {border:1px solid #2a3149;}