Royal Blue

Q: How do I use #165CE9 in CSS?

You can use #165CE9 in CSS with: background-color: #165CE9; or color: #165CE9; or as an RGB value: rgb(22, 92, 233). For print design, use CMYK: 91%, 61%, 0%, 9%.

#165CE9

Royal Blue is a cool medium color with the hex code #165CE9. This vibrant hue can be represented as RGB 22, 92, 233 in digital design or CMYK 91%, 61%, 0%, 9% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Royal Blue Color Values

HEX: #165CE9
RGB: 22, 92, 233
HSL: 220°, 83%, 50%
CMYK: 91, 61, 0, 9

Shades & Tints

Darker Lighter

About this color

Royal Blue sits at 220° on the color wheel, placing it in the cool color family, typically conveying calm and professionalism. With 83% saturation and 50% lightness, this vibrant medium hue balances visibility with restraint.

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

When using Royal Blue in print, the CMYK breakdown of 91%, 61%, 0%, 9% ensures accurate color reproduction. The bright CMYK values indicate this color relies on pure inks rather than black, maintaining vibrancy in print.

Color Harmonies

Complementary

Analogous

Triadic

Split-Complementary

How to use Royal Blue

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #165CE9;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 22, 92, 233;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#165CE9',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 91%
M: 61%
Y: 0%
K: 9%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(22, 92, 233)
rgba(22, 92, 233, 0.8)

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

Brands Using the Same Hue

19 brand s with colors near 220° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #165CE9?

#165CE9 is Royal Blue, a cool medium color with RGB values of 22, 92, 233. It has a hue of 220°, 83% saturation, and 50% lightness in the HSL color space.

What is the RGB value of #165CE9?

The RGB color code for #165CE9 is rgb(22, 92, 233). This means it contains 22 red, 92 green, and 233 blue in the RGB color model.

Is Royal Blue a warm or cool color?

Royal Blue (#165CE9) is a cool color with a hue between 120-300° on the color wheel.

How do I use #165CE9 in CSS?

You can use #165CE9 in CSS with: background-color: #165CE9; or color: #165CE9; or as an RGB value: rgb(22, 92, 233). For print design, use CMYK: 91%, 61%, 0%, 9%.