Navy Blue

Q: How do I use #2C1386 in CSS?

You can use #2C1386 in CSS with: background-color: #2C1386; or color: #2C1386; or as an RGB value: rgb(44, 19, 134). For print design, use CMYK: 67%, 86%, 0%, 47%.

#2C1386

Navy Blue is a cool dark color with the hex code #2C1386. This vibrant hue can be represented as RGB 44, 19, 134 in digital design or CMYK 67%, 86%, 0%, 47% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Navy Blue Color Values

HEX: #2C1386
RGB: 44, 19, 134
HSL: 253°, 75%, 30%
CMYK: 67, 86, 0, 47

Shades & Tints

Darker Lighter

About this color

Navy Blue sits at 253° on the color wheel, placing it in the cool color family, typically conveying calm and professionalism. With 75% 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 67%, 86%, 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: #2C1386;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 44, 19, 134;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#2C1386',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 67%
M: 86%
Y: 0%
K: 47%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(44, 19, 134)
rgba(44, 19, 134, 0.8)

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

Brands Using the Same Hue

9 brand s with colors near 253° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #2C1386?

#2C1386 is Navy Blue, a cool dark color with RGB values of 44, 19, 134. It has a hue of 253°, 75% saturation, and 30% lightness in the HSL color space.

What is the RGB value of #2C1386?

The RGB color code for #2C1386 is rgb(44, 19, 134). This means it contains 44 red, 19 green, and 134 blue in the RGB color model.

Is Navy Blue a warm or cool color?

Navy Blue (#2C1386) is a cool color with a hue between 120-300° on the color wheel.

How do I use #2C1386 in CSS?

You can use #2C1386 in CSS with: background-color: #2C1386; or color: #2C1386; or as an RGB value: rgb(44, 19, 134). For print design, use CMYK: 67%, 86%, 0%, 47%.