Sapphire Blue

Q: How do I use #242DA8 in CSS?

You can use #242DA8 in CSS with: background-color: #242DA8; or color: #242DA8; or as an RGB value: rgb(36, 45, 168). For print design, use CMYK: 79%, 73%, 0%, 34%.

#242DA8

Sapphire Blue is a cool medium color with the hex code #242DA8. This vibrant hue can be represented as RGB 36, 45, 168 in digital design or CMYK 79%, 73%, 0%, 34% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Sapphire Blue Color Values

HEX: #242DA8
RGB: 36, 45, 168
HSL: 236°, 65%, 40%
CMYK: 79, 73, 0, 34

Shades & Tints

Darker Lighter

About this color

Sapphire Blue sits at 236° on the color wheel, placing it in the cool color family, typically conveying calm and professionalism. With 65% saturation and 40% lightness, this vibrant medium hue balances visibility with restraint.

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

When using Sapphire Blue in print, the CMYK breakdown of 79%, 73%, 0%, 34% 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 Blue

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #242DA8;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 36, 45, 168;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#242DA8',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 79%
M: 73%
Y: 0%
K: 34%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(36, 45, 168)
rgba(36, 45, 168, 0.8)

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

Brands Using the Same Hue

15 brand s with colors near 236° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #242DA8?

#242DA8 is Sapphire Blue, a cool medium color with RGB values of 36, 45, 168. It has a hue of 236°, 65% saturation, and 40% lightness in the HSL color space.

What is the RGB value of #242DA8?

The RGB color code for #242DA8 is rgb(36, 45, 168). This means it contains 36 red, 45 green, and 168 blue in the RGB color model.

Is Sapphire Blue a warm or cool color?

Sapphire Blue (#242DA8) is a cool color with a hue between 120-300° on the color wheel.

How do I use #242DA8 in CSS?

You can use #242DA8 in CSS with: background-color: #242DA8; or color: #242DA8; or as an RGB value: rgb(36, 45, 168). For print design, use CMYK: 79%, 73%, 0%, 34%.