Navy

Q: How do I use #18234E in CSS?

You can use #18234E in CSS with: background-color: #18234E; or color: #18234E; or as an RGB value: rgb(24, 35, 78). For print design, use CMYK: 69%, 55%, 0%, 69%.

#18234E

Navy is a cool dark color with the hex code #18234E. This moderately saturated hue can be represented as RGB 24, 35, 78 in digital design or CMYK 69%, 55%, 0%, 69% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Navy Color Values

HEX: #18234E
RGB: 24, 35, 78
HSL: 228°, 53%, 20%
CMYK: 69, 55, 0, 69

Shades & Tints

Darker Lighter

About this color

Navy sits at 228° on the color wheel, placing it in the cool color family, typically conveying calm and professionalism. With 53% saturation and 20% lightness, this moderately saturated dark hue balances visibility with restraint.

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

When using Navy in print, the CMYK breakdown of 69%, 55%, 0%, 69% 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 Navy

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #18234E;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 24, 35, 78;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#18234E',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 69%
M: 55%
Y: 0%
K: 69%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(24, 35, 78)
rgba(24, 35, 78, 0.8)

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

Brands Using the Same Hue

16 brand s with colors near 228° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #18234E?

#18234E is Navy, a cool dark color with RGB values of 24, 35, 78. It has a hue of 228°, 53% saturation, and 20% lightness in the HSL color space.

What is the RGB value of #18234E?

The RGB color code for #18234E is rgb(24, 35, 78). This means it contains 24 red, 35 green, and 78 blue in the RGB color model.

Is Navy a warm or cool color?

Navy (#18234E) is a cool color with a hue between 120-300° on the color wheel.

How do I use #18234E in CSS?

You can use #18234E in CSS with: background-color: #18234E; or color: #18234E; or as an RGB value: rgb(24, 35, 78). For print design, use CMYK: 69%, 55%, 0%, 69%.