Luminous Vivid Sapphire Blue

Q: How do I use #3522DD in CSS?

You can use #3522DD in CSS with: background-color: #3522DD; or color: #3522DD; or as an RGB value: rgb(53, 34, 221). For print design, use CMYK: 76%, 85%, 0%, 13%.

#3522DD

Luminous Vivid Sapphire Blue is a cool medium color with the hex code #3522DD. This vibrant hue can be represented as RGB 53, 34, 221 in digital design or CMYK 76%, 85%, 0%, 13% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Luminous Vivid Sapphire Blue Color Values

HEX: #3522DD
RGB: 53, 34, 221
HSL: 246°, 73%, 50%
CMYK: 76, 85, 0, 13

Shades & Tints

Darker Lighter

About this color

Luminous Vivid Sapphire Blue sits at 246° on the color wheel, placing it in the cool color family, typically conveying calm and professionalism. With 73% saturation and 50% lightness, this vibrant medium hue balances visibility with restraint.

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

When using Luminous Vivid Sapphire Blue in print, the CMYK breakdown of 76%, 85%, 0%, 13% 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 Luminous Vivid Sapphire Blue

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #3522DD;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 53, 34, 221;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#3522DD',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 76%
M: 85%
Y: 0%
K: 13%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(53, 34, 221)
rgba(53, 34, 221, 0.8)

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

Brands Using the Same Hue

11 brand s with colors near 246° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #3522DD?

#3522DD is Luminous Vivid Sapphire Blue, a cool medium color with RGB values of 53, 34, 221. It has a hue of 246°, 73% saturation, and 50% lightness in the HSL color space.

What is the RGB value of #3522DD?

The RGB color code for #3522DD is rgb(53, 34, 221). This means it contains 53 red, 34 green, and 221 blue in the RGB color model.

Is Luminous Vivid Sapphire Blue a warm or cool color?

Luminous Vivid Sapphire Blue (#3522DD) is a cool color with a hue between 120-300° on the color wheel.

How do I use #3522DD in CSS?

You can use #3522DD in CSS with: background-color: #3522DD; or color: #3522DD; or as an RGB value: rgb(53, 34, 221). For print design, use CMYK: 76%, 85%, 0%, 13%.