Dark Midnight Blue

Q: How do I use #224E77 in CSS?

You can use #224E77 in CSS with: background-color: #224E77; or color: #224E77; or as an RGB value: rgb(34, 78, 119). For print design, use CMYK: 71%, 34%, 0%, 53%.

#224E77

Dark Midnight Blue is a cool dark color with the hex code #224E77. This moderately saturated hue can be represented as RGB 34, 78, 119 in digital design or CMYK 71%, 34%, 0%, 53% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Dark Midnight Blue Color Values

HEX: #224E77
RGB: 34, 78, 119
HSL: 209°, 56%, 30%
CMYK: 71, 34, 0, 53

Shades & Tints

Darker Lighter

About this color

Dark Midnight Blue sits at 209° on the color wheel, placing it in the cool color family, typically conveying calm and professionalism. With 56% saturation and 30% lightness, this moderately saturated dark hue balances visibility with restraint.

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

When using Dark Midnight Blue in print, the CMYK breakdown of 71%, 34%, 0%, 53% 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 Dark Midnight Blue

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #224E77;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 34, 78, 119;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#224E77',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 71%
M: 34%
Y: 0%
K: 53%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(34, 78, 119)
rgba(34, 78, 119, 0.8)

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

Brands Using the Same Hue

16 brand s with colors near 209° on the color wheel

Intel

Goldman Sachs

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #224E77?

#224E77 is Dark Midnight Blue, a cool dark color with RGB values of 34, 78, 119. It has a hue of 209°, 56% saturation, and 30% lightness in the HSL color space.

What is the RGB value of #224E77?

The RGB color code for #224E77 is rgb(34, 78, 119). This means it contains 34 red, 78 green, and 119 blue in the RGB color model.

Is Dark Midnight Blue a warm or cool color?

Dark Midnight Blue (#224E77) is a cool color with a hue between 120-300° on the color wheel.

How do I use #224E77 in CSS?

You can use #224E77 in CSS with: background-color: #224E77; or color: #224E77; or as an RGB value: rgb(34, 78, 119). For print design, use CMYK: 71%, 34%, 0%, 53%.