Indigo vs Blue: Deep Blue Tones Compared
Compare Tailwind's indigo and blue to pick the right shade for your primary palette.
Indigo
#6366f1
Blue-purple, violet-shifted
Blue
#3b82f6
Pure primary blue
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Aspect | Indigo | Blue |
|---|---|---|
| Undertone | Violet-shifted deep blue | True primary blue |
| Mood | Innovative, modern, techy | Trustworthy, classic, reliable |
| Pairs well with | Violet, slate, emerald | Sky, gray, white |
| Use case | SaaS dashboards, dev tools, AI apps | Corporate sites, links, buttons |
| Best For | SaaS products, developer tools | Enterprise, trust, general purpose |
Our Recommendation
Indigo for modern SaaS and tech products. Blue for traditional enterprise and trust-building.
Tailwind Classes
Indigo
Background: bg-indigo-500
Text: text-indigo-500
Border: border-indigo-500
Blue
Background: bg-blue-500
Text: text-blue-500
Border: border-blue-500
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