royal-blue

Deep vivid azure

Royal blue is a vivid, deep shade of blue, rich and saturated rather than pale or muted.

The color suggests formality and elegance: a royal-blue evening gown, royal-blue velvet curtains.

It pairs well with gold and white, reinforcing its regal associations.

color

cobalt

Element twenty-seven

azure · cerulean · indigo · saturated · pigment · dye · hue · shade · tint · tone

symbolism

nobility

Titled ruling class

authority · trust · loyalty · dignity · sophistication · majestic · stately · ceremonial · heraldic · aristocratic

fashion

dress

Skirted one-piece garment

  • gownLong formal garment
  • suitMatched formal garments
  • tieEqual score, or neckwear

blouse · velvet · satin · silk · bridesmaid · formal wear · evening wear · accessories · scarf · handbag

sports

uniform

Identical throughout

  • jerseyKnitted pullover garment
  • team colorsIdentifying palette of athletes
  • kitGrouped supplies, one purpose

Chelsea · Rangers · Everton · Leicester · Duke · Kentucky · athletic wear · logo · mascot · fan merchandise

design

accent

Regional speech pattern

monochromatic · scheme · interior · decor · upholstery · curtains · cushions · tile · ceramic · graphic

Opposites
color warmth

royal-blueorange

Citrus with segments

tangerine · amber · rust · vermilion · scarlet

saturation and intensity

royal-bluepale blue

Light, desaturated azure

pastel blue · powder blue · baby blue · light blue · faded blue

color saturation/intensity

royal-bluesky-blue

Pale azure hue

ice-blue · periwinkle · lavender · washed-out · faded

Family

royal, blue, royally, royalist, royalty, royals, blues, bluish, blueness

Familiarity
Top 500,000
Profile
Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G