Steel Blue

Q: How do I use #1F7EAD in CSS?

You can use #1F7EAD in CSS with: background-color: #1F7EAD; or color: #1F7EAD; or as an RGB value: rgb(31, 126, 173). For print design, use CMYK: 82%, 27%, 0%, 32%.

#1F7EAD

Steel Blue is a cool medium color with the hex code #1F7EAD. This vibrant hue can be represented as RGB 31, 126, 173 in digital design or CMYK 82%, 27%, 0%, 32% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Steel Blue Color Values

HEX: #1F7EAD
RGB: 31, 126, 173
HSL: 200°, 70%, 40%
CMYK: 82, 27, 0, 32

Shades & Tints

Darker Lighter

About this color

Steel Blue sits at 200° on the color wheel, placing it in the cool color family, typically conveying calm and professionalism. With 70% saturation and 40% lightness, this vibrant medium hue balances visibility with restraint.

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

When using Steel Blue in print, the CMYK breakdown of 82%, 27%, 0%, 32% 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 Steel Blue

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #1F7EAD;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 31, 126, 173;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#1F7EAD',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 82%
M: 27%
Y: 0%
K: 32%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(31, 126, 173)
rgba(31, 126, 173, 0.8)

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

Brands Using the Same Hue

17 brand s with colors near 200° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #1F7EAD?

#1F7EAD is Steel Blue, a cool medium color with RGB values of 31, 126, 173. It has a hue of 200°, 70% saturation, and 40% lightness in the HSL color space.

What is the RGB value of #1F7EAD?

The RGB color code for #1F7EAD is rgb(31, 126, 173). This means it contains 31 red, 126 green, and 173 blue in the RGB color model.

Is Steel Blue a warm or cool color?

Steel Blue (#1F7EAD) is a cool color with a hue between 120-300° on the color wheel.

How do I use #1F7EAD in CSS?

You can use #1F7EAD in CSS with: background-color: #1F7EAD; or color: #1F7EAD; or as an RGB value: rgb(31, 126, 173). For print design, use CMYK: 82%, 27%, 0%, 32%.