Indigo Color: HEX Code, RGB and Meaning
Indigo is a deep, rich blue with a violet lean, sitting between blue and violet on the color wheel.
HEX is one common value Last updated:
#4B0082rgb(75, 0, 130)hsl(275, 100%, 25%)cmyk(42%, 100%, 0%, 49%)Color definitions vary by source. The HEX above is one common value for "indigo" from the open color-name-list dataset, not an official standard. CMYK is a simple conversion; printed results depend on ink and paper.
What indigo means
Indigo suggests depth, intuition and quiet seriousness. It is a color people connect with night skies, deep water and contemplation. In some spiritual traditions it is linked to insight, though that is symbolic rather than scientific.
It is also one of the colors in the traditional list of the seven rainbow colors, which gives it a classical, almost literary feel.
Tints and shades of indigo
Lighter tints are made by mixing with white and darker shades by mixing with black. Click a swatch to copy its HEX.
Indigo color palettes
Complementary
Two colors opposite each other on the color wheel: the strongest contrast.
Analogous
Three neighbors on the wheel: a smooth, low-contrast scheme.
Triadic
Three colors evenly spaced around the wheel: lively but balanced.
Colors that go with indigo
- Gold (#FFD700): A bold, regal pairing.
- Lilac (#CEA2FD): A softer purple neighbor.
- Cream (#FFFFC2): High contrast and clean.
- Mustard (#CEB301): A warm complement.
Similar named colors
Where indigo is used
- Fashion. Indigo is closely tied to deep blue denim and dyed textiles. It looks refined in knitwear, scarves and eveningwear.
- Interiors. On walls it creates a moody, enveloping effect. Use it in rooms with good light or as an accent with lighter furnishings.
- Branding. Financial, education and creative brands use indigo to project trust with a touch of imagination.
Indigo vs navy
Navy is a dark blue with little or no violet. Indigo has more purple in it, so it feels more vivid and a bit more mysterious.
Side by side, navy looks neutral and traditional, while indigo looks richer and more distinctive. The indigo shown here, the CSS value, is notably purple-leaning.
Frequently asked questions
What color is indigo?
A deep blue-violet. Depending on the source it ranges from a navy-like blue to a strong purple.
Is indigo blue or purple?
It sits between them. The version shown here leans purple; denim indigo leans blue.
What does indigo symbolize?
Often intuition, depth and wisdom, though these are symbolic associations.
What goes with indigo?
Gold, cream and warm yellows contrast well, while lilac gives a tonal look.