What Color Does Blue and Black Make?

Blue#0000FF
+
Black#000000
=
#241178
Navy

#241178

Navy

HEX#241178
RGBrgb(36, 17, 120)
HSLhsl(251°, 75%, 27%)
CMYKcmyk(70%, 86%, 0%, 53%)
CIELABLab(16.2, 39.8, -54.2)

Pantone (approx.)

273 CClose (ΔE 5.9)
280 CApproximate (ΔE 7.4)
274 CApproximate (ΔE 8.0)

RAL (approx.)

RAL 5005Signal blueApproximate (ΔE 8.0)
RAL 5002Ultramarine blueApproximate (ΔE 10.4)
RAL 5022Night blueApproximate (ΔE 12.1)

Pantone and RAL codes shown are mathematical approximations calculated by color distance (ΔE CIEDE2000). They are not officially certified values.

About This Color Combination

Mixing blue with black produces navy blue and other deep blue shades. Navy is one of the most enduring and universally flattering dark colors, carrying associations with the sea, authority, and timeless sophistication. Even small amounts of black dramatically deepen blue, so this mix rewards careful proportion control.

Usage Tips

In painting, navy blue serves as an excellent dark tone that maintains chromatic character unlike pure black. Interior designers rely on navy as an alternative to black that still reads as a dark anchor color while adding warmth and personality. In fashion and branding, navy signals professionalism and reliability — it is the backbone of corporate dress codes and classic preppy aesthetics. Pair with white, gold, or tan for nautical or preppy palettes.

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