Sapphire blue is a deep, intense shade of blue, named after the bright blue colour of the gemstone sapphire. This colour is often used in symbolism of emotions and spirituality to represent purity, loyalty and inner peace. The shades of sapphire blue play on the different depths and tones of blue, creating a rich, deep effect, often associated with the soothing sight of the sea and sky.
The colour sapphire blue is often used in elegant and luxurious settings, thanks to its association with the world of precious stones and the luxurious appearance of precious metals. This shade looks particularly good on clothing and furnishings such as curtains and upholstery. In addition, sapphire blue is a popular choice for graphic design and branding, as it conveys elegance and reliability.
RGB and HEX colour codes for sapphire blue
The colour codes for sapphire blue are RGB (15, 82, 186) and HEX #0F52BA.
| Colour scheme | Code/Weights |
|---|---|
| Hex |
#0F52BA |
| RGB |
rgb(15, 82, 186) |
| HSL |
hsl(217, 85%, 39%) |
| HSV/HSB |
hsv(217, 92%, 73%) |
| CMYK |
cmyk(92%, 56%, 0%, 27%) |
| Contrasting colour |
#C8AD6C |
| Complementary colour |
#BA4C0F |
Dark and light shades of sapphire blue
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Dark shades
Light shades
Complementary colour palettes of sapphire blue
The rich and vibrant shades of sapphire blue create beautiful colour palettes. Below we present the complementary, analogue, monochromatic, triadic, tetradic, split complementary and neutral colour palettes of sapphire blue to give you some inspiration.
Complementary palette
Analogue palette
Monochrome palette
Triad palette
Tetrade palette
Split complementary palette
Neutral palette
What is the colour of sapphire blue?
The sapphire blue colour ranges from dark to medium blue shades, often with deep, rich tones and a sort of gem-like, shiny appearance. This colour is often associated with a variety of sapphire gemstones, which occur in clear, brilliant shades of blue.
What determines the colour of sapphire blue?
The colour of sapphire blue depends on the composition and structure of the sapphire crystals. The blue colour is mainly due to the presence and concentration of trace elements of titanium and iron in them. The arrangement of the atoms, the crystal structure of the material and the way light is reflected also affect the hue and intensity of the colour. Different environmental factors, such as temperature and pressure, can also affect the development of sapphire blue colour.
How is the sapphire blue colour colour mixing possible?
To achieve a sapphire blue colour, you usually need to combine blue with a tiny bit of red. More specifically, pure blue is mixed with a little red and occasionally a drop of black is added to increase depth and intensity. In addition, the addition of white can control the lightness or darkness. The exact proportions of the mixing can vary depending on the shade of sapphire blue desired.
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