Sapphire

Q: How do I use #1C46B0 in CSS?

You can use #1C46B0 in CSS with: background-color: #1C46B0; or color: #1C46B0; or as an RGB value: rgb(28, 70, 176). For print design, use CMYK: 84%, 60%, 0%, 31%.

#1C46B0

Sapphire is a cool medium color with the hex code #1C46B0. This vibrant hue can be represented as RGB 28, 70, 176 in digital design or CMYK 84%, 60%, 0%, 31% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Sapphire Color Values

HEX: #1C46B0
RGB: 28, 70, 176
HSL: 223°, 73%, 40%
CMYK: 84, 60, 0, 31

Shades & Tints

Darker Lighter

About this color

Sapphire sits at 223° on the color wheel, placing it in the cool color family, typically conveying calm and professionalism. With 73% saturation and 40% lightness, this vibrant medium hue balances visibility with restraint.

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

When using Sapphire in print, the CMYK breakdown of 84%, 60%, 0%, 31% 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 Sapphire

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #1C46B0;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 28, 70, 176;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#1C46B0',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 84%
M: 60%
Y: 0%
K: 31%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(28, 70, 176)
rgba(28, 70, 176, 0.8)

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

Brands Using the Same Hue

18 brand s with colors near 223° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #1C46B0?

#1C46B0 is Sapphire, a cool medium color with RGB values of 28, 70, 176. It has a hue of 223°, 73% saturation, and 40% lightness in the HSL color space.

What is the RGB value of #1C46B0?

The RGB color code for #1C46B0 is rgb(28, 70, 176). This means it contains 28 red, 70 green, and 176 blue in the RGB color model.

Is Sapphire a warm or cool color?

Sapphire (#1C46B0) is a cool color with a hue between 120-300° on the color wheel.

How do I use #1C46B0 in CSS?

You can use #1C46B0 in CSS with: background-color: #1C46B0; or color: #1C46B0; or as an RGB value: rgb(28, 70, 176). For print design, use CMYK: 84%, 60%, 0%, 31%.