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Cambridge Blue

Parameters:
HEX Triplet:
#a3c1ad
RGB:
163, 193, 173
CMYK:
16, 0, 10, 24
HSL:
140°, 19.5%, 69.8%
Closest colors:
in RGB:
Ash grey
in PANTONE:
PANTONE 623
in RAL Classic:
RAL 7038
in RAL Design:
RAL 160 70 05
in RAL Effect:
RAL 760-3
What color is Cambridge Blue? What looks best in Cambridge Blue? The Ascension of Cambridge Blue
2024-08-23 Snargl 04:00
# General # Fashion # Imagination

What color is Cambridge Blue?

Painting of a forest with mountains in the background and people walking on the path in the foreground
Woman in a green jacket and white top is standing on the street and smiling at the camera while wearing a white top
Computer desk with a monitor and a chair in a room with green walls and a bookcase with books
Robot with glowing eyes and arms with two hands on a gray background with a spot light behind it
Woman in a green and black bra top posing for a picture with her hands on her head
Green tank truck with a green light on the side of it's cab
Car with a surfboard on top of it driving down a street with cars behind it and a mountain in the background
Cambridge Blue is a color that is commonly used by sports teams from the University of Cambridge.

It is a medium tone of spring green with a hue angle of 140 degrees, a saturation of 19.5% and a lightness of 69.8%.

The hexadecimal RGB code of Cambridge Blue is #A3C1AD and the decimal is rgb 163, 193, 173.

The color has a historical and contextual variation, depending on the sport and the time period.

For example, the color used by the Cambridge University Boat Club since the mid-20th century is greener than the color used by the Cambridge University R.U.F.C.(in rugby union).

Cambridge Blue is a color that represents the tradition and excellence of the University of Cambridge and its sports teams.

It is a distinctive and elegant shade of green that contrasts with the dark blue of Oxford, its rival university.

Cambridge Blue is a color that has evolved over time and has different meanings in different contexts, but it always symbolizes the pride and identity of the Cambridge community.

Example of the palette with the Cambridge Blue color

Picture with primary colors of Onyx, Cambridge Blue, Umber, Platinum and Apple Green
Top 5 color shades of the illustration. Arranged in descending order of frequency of occurrence (first - more often, last - more rare).
See these colors in NCS, PANTONE, RAL palettes...
RAL Classic
RAL 9005
RAL 7038
RAL 7013
RAL 9001
RAL 1027
RAL Design
RAL 170 20 20
RAL 160 70 05
RAL 020 30 10
RAL 110 90 05
RAL 110 70 77

Example of the palette with the Cambridge Blue color

Picture with primary colors of Burnt umber, Cambridge Blue, Onyx, Persian orange and Rifle green
Top 5 color shades of the illustration. Arranged in descending order of frequency of occurrence (first - more often, last - more rare).
See these colors in NCS, PANTONE, RAL palettes...
NCS (Natural Color System)
NCS S 4050-Y80R
NCS S 2010-G20Y
NCS S 9000-N
NCS S 2030-Y40R
NCS S 7005-G50Y
RAL Classic
RAL 3013
RAL 7038
RAL 9005
RAL 3022
RAL 6014
RAL Design
RAL 030 30 45
RAL 160 70 05
RAL 170 20 20
RAL 050 60 50
RAL 120 30 20

Example of the palette with the Cambridge Blue color

Picture with primary colors of Bistre, Gray-asparagus, Cambridge Blue, Shadow and Onyx
Top 5 color shades of the illustration. Arranged in descending order of frequency of occurrence (first - more often, last - more rare).
See these colors in NCS, PANTONE, RAL palettes...
RAL Classic
RAL 3007
RAL 6003
RAL 7038
RAL 6013
RAL 9005
RAL Design
RAL 080 20 10
RAL 120 30 10
RAL 160 70 05
RAL 080 50 20
RAL 170 20 20

Example of the palette with the Cambridge Blue color

Picture with primary colors of Smoky black, Cambridge Blue, Cafe noir, Bole and Bone
Top 5 color shades of the illustration. Arranged in descending order of frequency of occurrence (first - more often, last - more rare).
See these colors in NCS, PANTONE, RAL palettes...
RAL Classic
RAL 9005
RAL 7038
RAL 8016
RAL 8002
RAL 9002
RAL Design
RAL 170 20 20
RAL 160 70 05
RAL 050 20 16
RAL 030 30 30
RAL 010 80 10
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What looks best in Cambridge Blue?

Digital painting of a woman with green hair and a green jacket on a city street with a car in the background. Example of Cambridge Blue color.
Woman in a green sari on a balcony with a potted plant in the background. Example of RGB 163,193,173 color.
Green insect with long legs and a long body with long legs and a long body. Color Cambridge Blue.
Cambridge Blue is a colour that is commonly used by sports teams from the University of Cambridge.
It is a shade of spring green with a hue angle of 140 degrees and a lightness of 69.8%.
It is also known as a blue, which is an award of sporting colours earned by athletes at some universities and schools for competition at the highest level.

Some things that look best in Cambridge Blue are:
  • A rowing blazer with Cambridge Blue and white stripes, worn by the members of the Cambridge University Boat Club.

  • A silk tie with darkened Cambridge Blue and white interweaving, worn by the full first boat participants of the Cambridge University Boat Club.

  • A Cambridge Blue scarf, hat, or sweater, worn by the supporters and fans of the Cambridge University sports teams.

Example of the palette with the Cambridge Blue color

Picture with primary colors of Lincoln green, Cambridge Blue, Xanadu, Army Green and Zinnwaldite
Top 5 color shades of the illustration. Arranged in descending order of frequency of occurrence (first - more often, last - more rare).
See these colors in NCS, PANTONE, RAL palettes...
Author:
Funny stories about the 'Cambridge Blue'

The Ascension of Cambridge Blue

In a quaint town nestled between rolling hills and shimmering lakes, there lived two extraordinary individuals: Marc Smith, the Inventor, and Mario Rodriguez, the Engineer. Their friendship was as vibrant as the colors they adored, and their latest obsession was a hue known as "Cambridge Blue."

Marc, with his wild hair and perpetually ink-stained fingers, was always brimming with ideas. One sunny afternoon, while sipping tea in his cluttered workshop, he had an epiphany. "Mario," he exclaimed, "we must bring Cambridge Blue to the forefront of interior design! It's the color of tranquility and intellect. It deserves to be celebrated!"
Painting of a fantasy landscape with a river and a mountain in the background with a lot of trees

Mario, ever the practical one, adjusted his glasses and pondered. "But Marc, how do we convince the world that Cambridge Blue is the future of interior design? People are so attached to their beiges and grays."

Marc's eyes sparkled with mischief. "We shall embark on a journey, my friend. A journey to spread the gospel of Cambridge Blue!"

And so, their adventure began. They packed their bags with swatches of Cambridge Blue fabric, paint samples, and a peculiar device Marc had invented - a "Color Infuser." This contraption, when pointed at any object, would instantly transform it into a shade of Cambridge Blue.

Their first stop was the grand mansion of Lady Penelope, a renowned interior designer known for her extravagant taste. Marc and Mario, dressed in their finest suits, presented their case. "Lady Penelope, imagine your ballroom adorned in Cambridge Blue. It would exude elegance and sophistication."

Lady Penelope, intrigued but skeptical, agreed to a demonstration. Marc whipped out the Color Infuser and aimed it at a dull, beige curtain. With a whirr and a flash, the curtain transformed into a stunning Cambridge Blue masterpiece. Lady Penelope gasped in delight. "It's magnificent! I must have it!"

Word of their success spread like wildfire. Soon, Marc and Mario were invited to the homes of the rich and famous, each time transforming drab interiors into Cambridge Blue wonders. Their fame grew, and so did their confidence.
Cambridge Blue color. Woman in a green dress posing for a picture in front of a fountain at night with lights in the background

One day, they received an invitation from the King himself. His Majesty's palace was a labyrinth of opulence, but the King had grown tired of its gaudy golds and reds. "Marc, Mario," he declared, "I want my palace to be a sanctuary of peace. Can you make it happen?"

With a nod and a smile, Marc and Mario set to work. They infused the grand halls, the royal chambers, and even the throne room with Cambridge Blue. The palace was transformed into a serene haven, and the King was overjoyed.

But their journey was not without its challenges. In a small village, they encountered a stubborn mayor who refused to embrace change. "Cambridge Blue? Nonsense! Our village has always been brown, and it shall remain so!"

Undeterred, Marc and Mario devised a plan. They hosted a village fair, complete with games, food, and a grand finale - a fireworks display. As the night sky lit up with bursts of Cambridge Blue, the villagers were mesmerized. The mayor, seeing the joy on their faces, finally relented. "Very well, Marc and Mario. You have won us over."

Their mission complete, Marc and Mario returned home, their hearts full of satisfaction. Cambridge Blue had ascended to its rightful place in the world of interior design, thanks to their ingenuity and determination.
Green statue with a green hat on top of its head and eyes, on a tile floor. Color Cambridge Blue.

As they sat in Marc's workshop, sipping tea and reminiscing about their adventures, Marc turned to Mario and said, "My friend, we did it. Cambridge Blue is now a symbol of beauty and tranquility."

Mario smiled, raising his cup in a toast. "To Cambridge Blue, and to the power of imagination."

And so, the legend of Marc Smith and Mario Rodriguez, the champions of Cambridge Blue, lived on, inspiring generations to come.
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