Sapphire

Q: How do I use #0853C4 in CSS?

You can use #0853C4 in CSS with: background-color: #0853C4; or color: #0853C4; or as an RGB value: rgb(8, 83, 196). For print design, use CMYK: 96%, 58%, 0%, 23%.

#0853C4

Sapphire is a cool medium color with the hex code #0853C4. This vibrant hue can be represented as RGB 8, 83, 196 in digital design or CMYK 96%, 58%, 0%, 23% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Sapphire Color Values

HEX: #0853C4
RGB: 8, 83, 196
HSL: 216°, 92%, 40%
CMYK: 96, 58, 0, 23

Shades & Tints

Darker Lighter

About this color

Sapphire sits at 216° on the color wheel, placing it in the cool color family, typically conveying calm and professionalism. With 92% saturation and 40% lightness, this vibrant medium hue balances visibility with restraint.

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

When using Sapphire in print, the CMYK breakdown of 96%, 58%, 0%, 23% 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 Sapphire

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #0853C4;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 8, 83, 196;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#0853C4',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 96%
M: 58%
Y: 0%
K: 23%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(8, 83, 196)
rgba(8, 83, 196, 0.8)

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

Brands Using the Same Hue

18 brand s with colors near 216° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #0853C4?

#0853C4 is Sapphire, a cool medium color with RGB values of 8, 83, 196. It has a hue of 216°, 92% saturation, and 40% lightness in the HSL color space.

What is the RGB value of #0853C4?

The RGB color code for #0853C4 is rgb(8, 83, 196). This means it contains 8 red, 83 green, and 196 blue in the RGB color model.

Is Sapphire a warm or cool color?

Sapphire (#0853C4) is a cool color with a hue between 120-300° on the color wheel.

How do I use #0853C4 in CSS?

You can use #0853C4 in CSS with: background-color: #0853C4; or color: #0853C4; or as an RGB value: rgb(8, 83, 196). For print design, use CMYK: 96%, 58%, 0%, 23%.