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Navy

#230C27

Navy is a cool dark color with the hex code #230C27. This moderately saturated hue can be represented as RGB 35, 12, 39 in digital design or CMYK 10%, 69%, 0%, 85% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Navy Color Values

HEX
#230C27
RGB
35, 12, 39
HSL
291°, 53%, 10%
CMYK
10, 69, 0, 85

About this color

Navy sits at 291° on the color wheel, placing it in the cool color family, typically conveying calm and professionalism. With 53% saturation and 10% lightness, this moderately saturated dark hue balances visibility with restraint.

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

When using Navy in print, the CMYK breakdown of 10%, 69%, 0%, 85% ensures accurate color reproduction. The high black component suggests this color will print deep and rich, though screen appearance may vary from print output.

How to use Navy

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #230C27;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 35, 12, 39;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#230C27',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 10%
M: 69%
Y: 0%
K: 85%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(35, 12, 39)
rgba(35, 12, 39, 0.8)

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

Brands Using the Same Hue

3 brand s with colors near 291° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #230C27?
#230C27 is Navy, a cool dark color with RGB values of 35, 12, 39. It has a hue of 291°, 53% saturation, and 10% lightness in the HSL color space.
What is the RGB value of #230C27?
The RGB color code for #230C27 is rgb(35, 12, 39). This means it contains 35 red, 12 green, and 39 blue in the RGB color model.
Is Navy a warm or cool color?
Navy (#230C27) is a cool color with a hue between 120-300° on the color wheel.
How do I use #230C27 in CSS?
You can use #230C27 in CSS with: background-color: #230C27; or color: #230C27; or as an RGB value: rgb(35, 12, 39). For print design, use CMYK: 10%, 69%, 0%, 85%.