Luminous Vivid Sapphire Blue

Q: How do I use #1016BC in CSS?

You can use #1016BC in CSS with: background-color: #1016BC; or color: #1016BC; or as an RGB value: rgb(16, 22, 188). For print design, use CMYK: 91%, 88%, 0%, 26%.

#1016BC

Luminous Vivid Sapphire Blue is a cool medium color with the hex code #1016BC. This vibrant hue can be represented as RGB 16, 22, 188 in digital design or CMYK 91%, 88%, 0%, 26% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Luminous Vivid Sapphire Blue Color Values

HEX: #1016BC
RGB: 16, 22, 188
HSL: 238°, 84%, 40%
CMYK: 91, 88, 0, 26

Shades & Tints

Darker Lighter

About this color

Luminous Vivid Sapphire Blue sits at 238° on the color wheel, placing it in the cool color family, typically conveying calm and professionalism. With 84% saturation and 40% lightness, this vibrant medium hue balances visibility with restraint.

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

When using Luminous Vivid Sapphire Blue in print, the CMYK breakdown of 91%, 88%, 0%, 26% 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 Luminous Vivid Sapphire Blue

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #1016BC;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 16, 22, 188;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#1016BC',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 91%
M: 88%
Y: 0%
K: 26%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(16, 22, 188)
rgba(16, 22, 188, 0.8)

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

Brands Using the Same Hue

15 brand s with colors near 238° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #1016BC?

#1016BC is Luminous Vivid Sapphire Blue, a cool medium color with RGB values of 16, 22, 188. It has a hue of 238°, 84% saturation, and 40% lightness in the HSL color space.

What is the RGB value of #1016BC?

The RGB color code for #1016BC is rgb(16, 22, 188). This means it contains 16 red, 22 green, and 188 blue in the RGB color model.

Is Luminous Vivid Sapphire Blue a warm or cool color?

Luminous Vivid Sapphire Blue (#1016BC) is a cool color with a hue between 120-300° on the color wheel.

How do I use #1016BC in CSS?

You can use #1016BC in CSS with: background-color: #1016BC; or color: #1016BC; or as an RGB value: rgb(16, 22, 188). For print design, use CMYK: 91%, 88%, 0%, 26%.