Royal Blue

Q: How do I use #2A47D5 in CSS?

You can use #2A47D5 in CSS with: background-color: #2A47D5; or color: #2A47D5; or as an RGB value: rgb(42, 71, 213). For print design, use CMYK: 80%, 67%, 0%, 16%.

#2A47D5

Royal Blue is a cool medium color with the hex code #2A47D5. This vibrant hue can be represented as RGB 42, 71, 213 in digital design or CMYK 80%, 67%, 0%, 16% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Royal Blue Color Values

HEX: #2A47D5
RGB: 42, 71, 213
HSL: 230°, 67%, 50%
CMYK: 80, 67, 0, 16

Shades & Tints

Darker Lighter

About this color

Royal Blue sits at 230° on the color wheel, placing it in the cool color family, typically conveying calm and professionalism. With 67% 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 80%, 67%, 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: #2A47D5;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 42, 71, 213;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#2A47D5',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 80%
M: 67%
Y: 0%
K: 16%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(42, 71, 213)
rgba(42, 71, 213, 0.8)

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

Brands Using the Same Hue

16 brand s with colors near 230° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #2A47D5?

#2A47D5 is Royal Blue, a cool medium color with RGB values of 42, 71, 213. It has a hue of 230°, 67% saturation, and 50% lightness in the HSL color space.

What is the RGB value of #2A47D5?

The RGB color code for #2A47D5 is rgb(42, 71, 213). This means it contains 42 red, 71 green, and 213 blue in the RGB color model.

Is Royal Blue a warm or cool color?

Royal Blue (#2A47D5) is a cool color with a hue between 120-300° on the color wheel.

How do I use #2A47D5 in CSS?

You can use #2A47D5 in CSS with: background-color: #2A47D5; or color: #2A47D5; or as an RGB value: rgb(42, 71, 213). For print design, use CMYK: 80%, 67%, 0%, 16%.