Honolulu Blue

Q: How do I use #165983 in CSS?

You can use #165983 in CSS with: background-color: #165983; or color: #165983; or as an RGB value: rgb(22, 89, 131). For print design, use CMYK: 83%, 32%, 0%, 49%.

#165983

Honolulu Blue is a cool dark color with the hex code #165983. This vibrant hue can be represented as RGB 22, 89, 131 in digital design or CMYK 83%, 32%, 0%, 49% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Honolulu Blue Color Values

HEX: #165983
RGB: 22, 89, 131
HSL: 203°, 71%, 30%
CMYK: 83, 32, 0, 49

Shades & Tints

Darker Lighter

About this color

Honolulu Blue sits at 203° on the color wheel, placing it in the cool color family, typically conveying calm and professionalism. With 71% saturation and 30% 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 83%, 32%, 0%, 49% 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: #165983;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 22, 89, 131;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#165983',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 83%
M: 32%
Y: 0%
K: 49%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(22, 89, 131)
rgba(22, 89, 131, 0.8)

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

Brands Using the Same Hue

16 brand s with colors near 203° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #165983?

#165983 is Honolulu Blue, a cool dark color with RGB values of 22, 89, 131. It has a hue of 203°, 71% saturation, and 30% lightness in the HSL color space.

What is the RGB value of #165983?

The RGB color code for #165983 is rgb(22, 89, 131). This means it contains 22 red, 89 green, and 131 blue in the RGB color model.

Is Honolulu Blue a warm or cool color?

Honolulu Blue (#165983) is a cool color with a hue between 120-300° on the color wheel.

How do I use #165983 in CSS?

You can use #165983 in CSS with: background-color: #165983; or color: #165983; or as an RGB value: rgb(22, 89, 131). For print design, use CMYK: 83%, 32%, 0%, 49%.