Sapphire Blue

Q: How do I use #0B168E in CSS?

You can use #0B168E in CSS with: background-color: #0B168E; or color: #0B168E; or as an RGB value: rgb(11, 22, 142). For print design, use CMYK: 92%, 85%, 0%, 44%.

#0B168E

Sapphire Blue is a cool dark color with the hex code #0B168E. This vibrant hue can be represented as RGB 11, 22, 142 in digital design or CMYK 92%, 85%, 0%, 44% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Sapphire Blue Color Values

HEX: #0B168E
RGB: 11, 22, 142
HSL: 235°, 86%, 30%
CMYK: 92, 85, 0, 44

Shades & Tints

Darker Lighter

About this color

Sapphire Blue sits at 235° on the color wheel, placing it in the cool color family, typically conveying calm and professionalism. With 86% 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 92%, 85%, 0%, 44% 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 Blue

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #0B168E;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 11, 22, 142;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#0B168E',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 92%
M: 85%
Y: 0%
K: 44%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(11, 22, 142)
rgba(11, 22, 142, 0.8)

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

Brands Using the Same Hue

15 brand s with colors near 235° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #0B168E?

#0B168E is Sapphire Blue, a cool dark color with RGB values of 11, 22, 142. It has a hue of 235°, 86% saturation, and 30% lightness in the HSL color space.

What is the RGB value of #0B168E?

The RGB color code for #0B168E is rgb(11, 22, 142). This means it contains 11 red, 22 green, and 142 blue in the RGB color model.

Is Sapphire Blue a warm or cool color?

Sapphire Blue (#0B168E) is a cool color with a hue between 120-300° on the color wheel.

How do I use #0B168E in CSS?

You can use #0B168E in CSS with: background-color: #0B168E; or color: #0B168E; or as an RGB value: rgb(11, 22, 142). For print design, use CMYK: 92%, 85%, 0%, 44%.