Honolulu Blue

Q: How do I use #146E9F in CSS?

You can use #146E9F in CSS with: background-color: #146E9F; or color: #146E9F; or as an RGB value: rgb(20, 110, 159). For print design, use CMYK: 87%, 31%, 0%, 38%.

#146E9F

Honolulu Blue is a cool dark color with the hex code #146E9F. This vibrant hue can be represented as RGB 20, 110, 159 in digital design or CMYK 87%, 31%, 0%, 38% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Honolulu Blue Color Values

HEX: #146E9F
RGB: 20, 110, 159
HSL: 201°, 78%, 35%
CMYK: 87, 31, 0, 38

Shades & Tints

Darker Lighter

About this color

Honolulu Blue sits at 201° on the color wheel, placing it in the cool color family, typically conveying calm and professionalism. With 78% saturation and 35% lightness, this vibrant dark hue conveys richness and intensity.

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

When using Honolulu Blue in print, the CMYK breakdown of 87%, 31%, 0%, 38% 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 Honolulu Blue

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #146E9F;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 20, 110, 159;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#146E9F',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 87%
M: 31%
Y: 0%
K: 38%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(20, 110, 159)
rgba(20, 110, 159, 0.8)

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

Brands Using the Same Hue

16 brand s with colors near 201° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #146E9F?

#146E9F is Honolulu Blue, a cool dark color with RGB values of 20, 110, 159. It has a hue of 201°, 78% saturation, and 35% lightness in the HSL color space.

What is the RGB value of #146E9F?

The RGB color code for #146E9F is rgb(20, 110, 159). This means it contains 20 red, 110 green, and 159 blue in the RGB color model.

Is Honolulu Blue a warm or cool color?

Honolulu Blue (#146E9F) is a cool color with a hue between 120-300° on the color wheel.

How do I use #146E9F in CSS?

You can use #146E9F in CSS with: background-color: #146E9F; or color: #146E9F; or as an RGB value: rgb(20, 110, 159). For print design, use CMYK: 87%, 31%, 0%, 38%.