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Deep Cobalt Plunge

Rich and profound blues that plunge into the abyssal depths of the ocean, where mystery resides.

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Data visualization

#0047AB#002060#2C6DCC#003399#1A5CB0

Palette guide

How to use Deep Cobalt Plunge

Overview

The Deep Cobalt Plunge palette offers a profound and intense exploration of deep blues, mirroring the abyssal depths of the ocean. With the commanding #002060, balanced #0047AB, and vibrant #2C6DCC, this collection exudes professionalism, trustworthiness, and mystery. Designers can craft sophisticated corporate identities or high-tech interfaces, while developers will appreciate its consistent blue progression for intuitive navigation and compelling data visualization. This palette is ideal for projects that seek to convey stability, depth, and a cutting-edge sensibility.

Best used for

  • Technology and software companies
  • Financial services branding
  • Maritime and naval industries
  • Professional corporate websites
  • Data visualization dashboards
  • Security and defense applications

Suggested color roles

primary

Utilize #002060 as a deep, foundational blue for robust branding, main backgrounds, or commanding headers.

secondary

Apply #003399 for supporting content, subheadings, or secondary navigation, adding depth and authority.

accent

Highlight calls to action or key information with the vibrant #2C6DCC, ensuring clear visibility and engagement.

background

The darkest #002060 creates a sophisticated, immersive dark theme, while #1A5CB0 can be used for a slightly more vibrant backdrop.

text

For dark backgrounds, white or a very light gray ensures excellent readability. On lighter blues, a deep charcoal or #002060 provides crisp contrast.

Accessibility notes

  • Ensure high contrast for text when using any of these deep blues as backgrounds, especially #0047AB.
  • Verify that interactive elements using #2C6DCC stand out clearly against surrounding darker blues.
  • Prioritize white or very light gray text on #002060 and #003399 for optimal WCAG AA compliance.
  • Avoid using light blue text on mid-tone blue backgrounds without thorough contrast checking.

Recommended combinations

Abyssal Depths

Ideal for creating layered backgrounds or sections that convey profoundness and stability.

#002060 · #003399 · #0047AB

Cobalt Glow

Perfect for gradients or highlights, suggesting a luminous quality within deep waters.

#0047AB · #1A5CB0 · #2C6DCC

Ocean Mystery

Provides a strong contrast for main content, balancing the deepest tone with a vibrant accent for impact.

#002060 · #2C6DCC · #003399

CSS variables

:root {
  --deep-cobalt-plunge-1: #0047AB;
  --deep-cobalt-plunge-2: #002060;
  --deep-cobalt-plunge-3: #2C6DCC;
  --deep-cobalt-plunge-4: #003399;
  --deep-cobalt-plunge-5: #1A5CB0;
}

Tailwind config

theme: {
  extend: {
    colors: {
      "deep-cobalt-plunge": {
        1: "#0047AB",
        2: "#002060",
        3: "#2C6DCC",
        4: "#003399",
        5: "#1A5CB0",
      }
    }
  }
}

Related searches

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Palette colors

Hex values

Color 1#0047AB
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Color 2#002060
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Color 3#2C6DCC
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Color 4#003399
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Color 5#1A5CB0
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Accessibility

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