Navy Blue

Q: How do I use #3514B8 in CSS?

You can use #3514B8 in CSS with: background-color: #3514B8; or color: #3514B8; or as an RGB value: rgb(53, 20, 184). For print design, use CMYK: 71%, 89%, 0%, 28%.

#3514B8

Navy Blue is a cool medium color with the hex code #3514B8. This vibrant hue can be represented as RGB 53, 20, 184 in digital design or CMYK 71%, 89%, 0%, 28% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Navy Blue Color Values

HEX: #3514B8
RGB: 53, 20, 184
HSL: 252°, 80%, 40%
CMYK: 71, 89, 0, 28

Shades & Tints

Darker Lighter

About this color

Navy Blue sits at 252° on the color wheel, placing it in the cool color family, typically conveying calm and professionalism. With 80% saturation and 40% lightness, this vibrant medium hue balances visibility with restraint.

In digital design, cool colors like Navy Blue work well for backgrounds, navigation, and establishing trust. Medium-toned colors offer versatility across both light and dark design themes.

When using Navy Blue in print, the CMYK breakdown of 71%, 89%, 0%, 28% 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: #3514B8;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 53, 20, 184;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#3514B8',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 71%
M: 89%
Y: 0%
K: 28%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(53, 20, 184)
rgba(53, 20, 184, 0.8)

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

Brands Using the Same Hue

9 brand s with colors near 252° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #3514B8?

#3514B8 is Navy Blue, a cool medium color with RGB values of 53, 20, 184. It has a hue of 252°, 80% saturation, and 40% lightness in the HSL color space.

What is the RGB value of #3514B8?

The RGB color code for #3514B8 is rgb(53, 20, 184). This means it contains 53 red, 20 green, and 184 blue in the RGB color model.

Is Navy Blue a warm or cool color?

Navy Blue (#3514B8) is a cool color with a hue between 120-300° on the color wheel.

How do I use #3514B8 in CSS?

You can use #3514B8 in CSS with: background-color: #3514B8; or color: #3514B8; or as an RGB value: rgb(53, 20, 184). For print design, use CMYK: 71%, 89%, 0%, 28%.