Royal Blue

Q: How do I use #2957D6 in CSS?

You can use #2957D6 in CSS with: background-color: #2957D6; or color: #2957D6; or as an RGB value: rgb(41, 87, 214). For print design, use CMYK: 81%, 59%, 0%, 16%.

#2957D6

Royal Blue is a cool medium color with the hex code #2957D6. This vibrant hue can be represented as RGB 41, 87, 214 in digital design or CMYK 81%, 59%, 0%, 16% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Royal Blue Color Values

HEX: #2957D6
RGB: 41, 87, 214
HSL: 224°, 68%, 50%
CMYK: 81, 59, 0, 16

Shades & Tints

Darker Lighter

About this color

Royal Blue sits at 224° on the color wheel, placing it in the cool color family, typically conveying calm and professionalism. With 68% saturation and 50% lightness, this vibrant medium hue balances visibility with restraint.

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

When using Royal Blue in print, the CMYK breakdown of 81%, 59%, 0%, 16% 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 Royal Blue

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #2957D6;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 41, 87, 214;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#2957D6',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 81%
M: 59%
Y: 0%
K: 16%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(41, 87, 214)
rgba(41, 87, 214, 0.8)

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

Brands Using the Same Hue

18 brand s with colors near 224° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #2957D6?

#2957D6 is Royal Blue, a cool medium color with RGB values of 41, 87, 214. It has a hue of 224°, 68% saturation, and 50% lightness in the HSL color space.

What is the RGB value of #2957D6?

The RGB color code for #2957D6 is rgb(41, 87, 214). This means it contains 41 red, 87 green, and 214 blue in the RGB color model.

Is Royal Blue a warm or cool color?

Royal Blue (#2957D6) is a cool color with a hue between 120-300° on the color wheel.

How do I use #2957D6 in CSS?

You can use #2957D6 in CSS with: background-color: #2957D6; or color: #2957D6; or as an RGB value: rgb(41, 87, 214). For print design, use CMYK: 81%, 59%, 0%, 16%.