Steel Blue

Q: How do I use #0099CC in CSS?

You can use #0099CC in CSS with: background-color: #0099CC; or color: #0099CC; or as an RGB value: rgb(0, 153, 204). For print design, use CMYK: 100%, 25%, 0%, 20%.

#0099CC

Steel Blue is a cool medium color with the hex code #0099CC. This vibrant hue can be represented as RGB 0, 153, 204 in digital design or CMYK 100%, 25%, 0%, 20% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Steel Blue Color Values

HEX: #0099CC
RGB: 0, 153, 204
HSL: 195°, 100%, 40%
CMYK: 100, 25, 0, 20

Shades & Tints

Darker Lighter

About this color

Steel Blue sits at 195° on the color wheel, placing it in the cool color family, typically conveying calm and professionalism. With 100% saturation and 40% lightness, this vibrant medium hue balances visibility with restraint.

In digital design, cool colors like Steel Blue work well for backgrounds, navigation, and establishing trust. Medium-toned colors offer versatility across both light and dark design themes.

When using Steel Blue in print, the CMYK breakdown of 100%, 25%, 0%, 20% ensures accurate color reproduction. This balanced CMYK profile should reproduce consistently across different printing methods.

Color Harmonies

Complementary

Analogous

Triadic

Split-Complementary

How to use Steel Blue

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #0099CC;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 0, 153, 204;
}

Define as a CSS custom property for consistent theming across your site.

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#0099CC',
}

Add to your Tailwind config to use classes like bg-brand.

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 100%
M: 25%
Y: 0%
K: 20%

Use these CMYK values in Adobe Illustrator, InDesign, or print specifications.

RGB for Screens

rgb(0, 153, 204)
rgba(0, 153, 204, 0.8)

Use RGB notation for compatibility or add alpha channel for transparency.

Brands Using the Same Hue

15 brand s with colors near 195° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #0099CC?

#0099CC is Steel Blue, a cool medium color with RGB values of 0, 153, 204. It has a hue of 195°, 100% saturation, and 40% lightness in the HSL color space.

What is the RGB value of #0099CC?

The RGB color code for #0099CC is rgb(0, 153, 204). This means it contains 0 red, 153 green, and 204 blue in the RGB color model.

Is Steel Blue a warm or cool color?

Steel Blue (#0099CC) is a cool color with a hue between 120-300° on the color wheel.

How do I use #0099CC in CSS?

You can use #0099CC in CSS with: background-color: #0099CC; or color: #0099CC; or as an RGB value: rgb(0, 153, 204). For print design, use CMYK: 100%, 25%, 0%, 20%.