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Navy

#2A1650

Navy is a cool dark color with the hex code #2A1650. This moderately saturated hue can be represented as RGB 42, 22, 80 in digital design or CMYK 48%, 72%, 0%, 69% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Navy Color Values

HEX
#2A1650
RGB
42, 22, 80
HSL
261°, 57%, 20%
CMYK
48, 72, 0, 69

About this color

Navy sits at 261° on the color wheel, placing it in the cool color family, typically conveying calm and professionalism. With 57% saturation and 20% 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 48%, 72%, 0%, 69% ensures accurate color reproduction. This balanced CMYK profile should reproduce consistently across different printing methods.

How to use Navy

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #2A1650;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 42, 22, 80;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#2A1650',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 48%
M: 72%
Y: 0%
K: 69%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(42, 22, 80)
rgba(42, 22, 80, 0.8)

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

Brands Using the Same Hue

8 brand s with colors near 261° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #2A1650?
#2A1650 is Navy, a cool dark color with RGB values of 42, 22, 80. It has a hue of 261°, 57% saturation, and 20% lightness in the HSL color space.
What is the RGB value of #2A1650?
The RGB color code for #2A1650 is rgb(42, 22, 80). This means it contains 42 red, 22 green, and 80 blue in the RGB color model.
Is Navy a warm or cool color?
Navy (#2A1650) is a cool color with a hue between 120-300° on the color wheel.
How do I use #2A1650 in CSS?
You can use #2A1650 in CSS with: background-color: #2A1650; or color: #2A1650; or as an RGB value: rgb(42, 22, 80). For print design, use CMYK: 48%, 72%, 0%, 69%.