Cornflower Blue

Q: How do I use #226ADD in CSS?

You can use #226ADD in CSS with: background-color: #226ADD; or color: #226ADD; or as an RGB value: rgb(34, 106, 221). For print design, use CMYK: 85%, 52%, 0%, 13%.

#226ADD

Cornflower Blue is a cool medium color with the hex code #226ADD. This vibrant hue can be represented as RGB 34, 106, 221 in digital design or CMYK 85%, 52%, 0%, 13% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Cornflower Blue Color Values

HEX: #226ADD
RGB: 34, 106, 221
HSL: 217°, 73%, 50%
CMYK: 85, 52, 0, 13

Shades & Tints

Darker Lighter

About this color

Cornflower Blue sits at 217° on the color wheel, placing it in the cool color family, typically conveying calm and professionalism. With 73% saturation and 50% lightness, this vibrant medium hue balances visibility with restraint.

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

When using Cornflower Blue in print, the CMYK breakdown of 85%, 52%, 0%, 13% ensures accurate color reproduction. The bright CMYK values indicate this color relies on pure inks rather than black, maintaining vibrancy in print.

Color Harmonies

Complementary

Analogous

Triadic

Split-Complementary

How to use Cornflower Blue

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #226ADD;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 34, 106, 221;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#226ADD',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 85%
M: 52%
Y: 0%
K: 13%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(34, 106, 221)
rgba(34, 106, 221, 0.8)

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

Brands Using the Same Hue

19 brand s with colors near 217° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #226ADD?

#226ADD is Cornflower Blue, a cool medium color with RGB values of 34, 106, 221. It has a hue of 217°, 73% saturation, and 50% lightness in the HSL color space.

What is the RGB value of #226ADD?

The RGB color code for #226ADD is rgb(34, 106, 221). This means it contains 34 red, 106 green, and 221 blue in the RGB color model.

Is Cornflower Blue a warm or cool color?

Cornflower Blue (#226ADD) is a cool color with a hue between 120-300° on the color wheel.

How do I use #226ADD in CSS?

You can use #226ADD in CSS with: background-color: #226ADD; or color: #226ADD; or as an RGB value: rgb(34, 106, 221). For print design, use CMYK: 85%, 52%, 0%, 13%.