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Sapphire Blue

#022097

Sapphire Blue is a cool dark color with the hex code #022097. This vibrant hue can be represented as RGB 2, 32, 151 in digital design or CMYK 99%, 79%, 0%, 41% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Sapphire Blue Color Values

HEX
#022097
RGB
2, 32, 151
HSL
228°, 97%, 30%
CMYK
99, 79, 0, 41

About this color

Sapphire Blue sits at 228° on the color wheel, placing it in the cool color family, typically conveying calm and professionalism. With 97% saturation and 30% lightness, this vibrant dark hue conveys richness and intensity.

In digital design, cool colors like Sapphire Blue work well for backgrounds, navigation, and establishing trust. Dark colors provide excellent contrast for text overlays and premium brand aesthetics.

When using Sapphire Blue in print, the CMYK breakdown of 99%, 79%, 0%, 41% ensures accurate color reproduction. This balanced CMYK profile should reproduce consistently across different printing methods.

How to use Sapphire Blue

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #022097;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 2, 32, 151;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#022097',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 99%
M: 79%
Y: 0%
K: 41%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(2, 32, 151)
rgba(2, 32, 151, 0.8)

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #022097?
#022097 is Sapphire Blue, a cool dark color with RGB values of 2, 32, 151. It has a hue of 228°, 97% saturation, and 30% lightness in the HSL color space.
What is the RGB value of #022097?
The RGB color code for #022097 is rgb(2, 32, 151). This means it contains 2 red, 32 green, and 151 blue in the RGB color model.
Is Sapphire Blue a warm or cool color?
Sapphire Blue (#022097) is a cool color with a hue between 120-300° on the color wheel.
How do I use #022097 in CSS?
You can use #022097 in CSS with: background-color: #022097; or color: #022097; or as an RGB value: rgb(2, 32, 151). For print design, use CMYK: 99%, 79%, 0%, 41%.