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Picton Blue

#1ABCFE aka “Figma Blue” by Figma

Picton Blue is a cool medium color with the hex code #1ABCFE. Also known as "Figma Blue" by Figma . This vibrant hue can be represented as RGB 26, 188, 254 in digital design or CMYK 90%, 26%, 0%, 0% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color. Currently, 1 brand uses this color in their visual identity, making it a proven choice for professional branding and web design.

Picton Blue color values

HEX
#1ABCFE
RGB
26, 188, 254
HSL
197°, 99%, 55%
CMYK
90, 26, 0, 0

About this color

Picton Blue sits at 197° on the color wheel with 99% saturation and 55% lightness, placing it in the blue segment of the spectrum. With saturation at 99%, this is a high-chroma color: the kind that anchors palettes and demands considered placement. At medium-high lightness, it holds its own on white backgrounds while remaining approachable.

In digital environments, Picton Blue is rendered as rgb(26, 188, 254), where the blue channel is highest at 254, producing a strongly blue character. The mid-range lightness and strong saturation make this versatile for both foreground and background roles, depending on what it is paired against.

For print, Picton Blue translates to a CMYK breakdown of 90C 26M 0Y 0K. With almost no black ink (0%), this color is built almost entirely from process inks: 90% cyan, 26% magenta. This profile tends toward vibrancy in print, though ink density limits on press may affect saturation on coated versus uncoated stock. In brand applications, this exact value is specified as Figma Blue.

How to use Picton Blue

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #1ABCFE;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 26, 188, 254;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#1ABCFE',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 90%
M: 26%
Y: 0%
K: 0%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(26, 188, 254)
rgba(26, 188, 254, 0.8)

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

Brands using Picton Blue

1 brand uses this color in their identity

Frequently asked questions

What color is #1ABCFE?
#1ABCFE is Picton Blue, a cool medium color with RGB values of 26, 188, 254. It has a hue of 197°, 99% saturation, and 55% lightness in the HSL color space.
What is the RGB value of #1ABCFE?
The RGB color code for #1ABCFE is rgb(26, 188, 254). This means it contains 26 red, 188 green, and 254 blue in the RGB color model.
Is Picton Blue a warm or cool color?
Picton Blue (#1ABCFE) is a cool color with a hue between 120-300° on the color wheel.
How do I use #1ABCFE in CSS?
You can use #1ABCFE in CSS with: background-color: #1ABCFE; or color: #1ABCFE; or as an RGB value: rgb(26, 188, 254). For print design, use CMYK: 90%, 26%, 0%, 0%.