Astronaut

Q: How do I use #2A396F in CSS?

You can use #2A396F in CSS with: background-color: #2A396F; or color: #2A396F; or as an RGB value: rgb(42, 57, 111). For print design, use CMYK: 62%, 49%, 0%, 56%.

#2A396F

Astronaut is a cool dark color with the hex code #2A396F. This moderately saturated hue can be represented as RGB 42, 57, 111 in digital design or CMYK 62%, 49%, 0%, 56% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Astronaut color values

HEX: #2A396F
RGB: 42, 57, 111
HSL: 227°, 45%, 30%
CMYK: 62, 49, 0, 56

Shades & tints

Darker Lighter

About this color

Astronaut sits at 227° on the color wheel with 45% saturation and 30% lightness, placing it in the blue segment of the spectrum. The moderate 45% saturation gives it enough color presence to register clearly without competing for dominance in a composition. The lower lightness gives it weight and depth, lending gravity to any palette it enters.

In digital environments, Astronaut is rendered as rgb(42, 57, 111), where the blue channel is highest at 111, anchoring the color in the cool register. This cool mid-tone is a reliable choice for UI chrome, informational states, and contexts that call for a calm, readable presence.

For print, Astronaut translates to a CMYK breakdown of 62C 49M 0Y 56K. A substantial black component (56%) anchors this color in print. The remaining ink channels supplement rather than drive the hue, which keeps the result stable across different paper stocks. No brands in the brandkit.pro library currently specify this exact hex as a named brand color.

Color harmonies

Complementary

Analogous

Triadic

Split-Complementary

How to use Astronaut

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #2A396F;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 42, 57, 111;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#2A396F',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 62%
M: 49%
Y: 0%
K: 56%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(42, 57, 111)
rgba(42, 57, 111, 0.8)

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

Brands using similar hue

24 brand s with colors near 227° on the color wheel

Frequently asked questions

What color is #2A396F?

#2A396F is Astronaut, a cool dark color with RGB values of 42, 57, 111. It has a hue of 227°, 45% saturation, and 30% lightness in the HSL color space.

What is the RGB value of #2A396F?

The RGB color code for #2A396F is rgb(42, 57, 111). This means it contains 42 red, 57 green, and 111 blue in the RGB color model.

Is Astronaut a warm or cool color?

Astronaut (#2A396F) is a cool color with a hue between 120-300° on the color wheel.

How do I use #2A396F in CSS?

You can use #2A396F in CSS with: background-color: #2A396F; or color: #2A396F; or as an RGB value: rgb(42, 57, 111). For print design, use CMYK: 62%, 49%, 0%, 56%.