Navy Blue

Q: How do I use #2D009E in CSS?

You can use #2D009E in CSS with: background-color: #2D009E; or color: #2D009E; or as an RGB value: rgb(45, 0, 158). For print design, use CMYK: 72%, 100%, 0%, 38%.

#2D009E

Navy Blue is a cool dark color with the hex code #2D009E. This vibrant hue can be represented as RGB 45, 0, 158 in digital design or CMYK 72%, 100%, 0%, 38% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Navy Blue Color Values

HEX: #2D009E
RGB: 45, 0, 158
HSL: 257°, 100%, 31%
CMYK: 72, 100, 0, 38

Shades & Tints

Darker Lighter

About this color

Navy Blue sits at 257° on the color wheel, placing it in the cool color family, typically conveying calm and professionalism. With 100% saturation and 31% 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 72%, 100%, 0%, 38% 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: #2D009E;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 45, 0, 158;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#2D009E',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 72%
M: 100%
Y: 0%
K: 38%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(45, 0, 158)
rgba(45, 0, 158, 0.8)

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

Brands Using the Same Hue

8 brand s with colors near 257° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #2D009E?

#2D009E is Navy Blue, a cool dark color with RGB values of 45, 0, 158. It has a hue of 257°, 100% saturation, and 31% lightness in the HSL color space.

What is the RGB value of #2D009E?

The RGB color code for #2D009E is rgb(45, 0, 158). This means it contains 45 red, 0 green, and 158 blue in the RGB color model.

Is Navy Blue a warm or cool color?

Navy Blue (#2D009E) is a cool color with a hue between 120-300° on the color wheel.

How do I use #2D009E in CSS?

You can use #2D009E in CSS with: background-color: #2D009E; or color: #2D009E; or as an RGB value: rgb(45, 0, 158). For print design, use CMYK: 72%, 100%, 0%, 38%.