Navy Blue

Q: How do I use #2A1287 in CSS?

You can use #2A1287 in CSS with: background-color: #2A1287; or color: #2A1287; or as an RGB value: rgb(42, 18, 135). For print design, use CMYK: 69%, 87%, 0%, 47%.

#2A1287

Navy Blue is a cool dark color with the hex code #2A1287. This vibrant hue can be represented as RGB 42, 18, 135 in digital design or CMYK 69%, 87%, 0%, 47% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Navy Blue Color Values

HEX: #2A1287
RGB: 42, 18, 135
HSL: 252°, 76%, 30%
CMYK: 69, 87, 0, 47

Shades & Tints

Darker Lighter

About this color

Navy Blue sits at 252° on the color wheel, placing it in the cool color family, typically conveying calm and professionalism. With 76% saturation and 30% lightness, this vibrant dark hue conveys richness and intensity.

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

When using Navy Blue in print, the CMYK breakdown of 69%, 87%, 0%, 47% 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 Navy Blue

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #2A1287;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 42, 18, 135;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#2A1287',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 69%
M: 87%
Y: 0%
K: 47%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(42, 18, 135)
rgba(42, 18, 135, 0.8)

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

Brands Using the Same Hue

9 brand s with colors near 252° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #2A1287?

#2A1287 is Navy Blue, a cool dark color with RGB values of 42, 18, 135. It has a hue of 252°, 76% saturation, and 30% lightness in the HSL color space.

What is the RGB value of #2A1287?

The RGB color code for #2A1287 is rgb(42, 18, 135). This means it contains 42 red, 18 green, and 135 blue in the RGB color model.

Is Navy Blue a warm or cool color?

Navy Blue (#2A1287) is a cool color with a hue between 120-300° on the color wheel.

How do I use #2A1287 in CSS?

You can use #2A1287 in CSS with: background-color: #2A1287; or color: #2A1287; or as an RGB value: rgb(42, 18, 135). For print design, use CMYK: 69%, 87%, 0%, 47%.