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Indigo

#3B1188

Indigo is a cool dark color with the hex code #3B1188. This vibrant hue can be represented as RGB 59, 17, 136 in digital design or CMYK 57%, 88%, 0%, 47% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Indigo Color Values

HEX
#3B1188
RGB
59, 17, 136
HSL
261°, 78%, 30%
CMYK
57, 88, 0, 47

About this color

Indigo sits at 261° on the color wheel, placing it in the cool color family, typically conveying calm and professionalism. With 78% saturation and 30% lightness, this vibrant dark hue conveys richness and intensity.

In digital design, cool colors like Indigo work well for backgrounds, navigation, and establishing trust. Dark colors provide excellent contrast for text overlays and premium brand aesthetics.

When using Indigo in print, the CMYK breakdown of 57%, 88%, 0%, 47% ensures accurate color reproduction. This balanced CMYK profile should reproduce consistently across different printing methods.

How to use Indigo

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #3B1188;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 59, 17, 136;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#3B1188',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 57%
M: 88%
Y: 0%
K: 47%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(59, 17, 136)
rgba(59, 17, 136, 0.8)

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

Brands Using the Same Hue

8 brand s with colors near 261° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #3B1188?
#3B1188 is Indigo, a cool dark color with RGB values of 59, 17, 136. It has a hue of 261°, 78% saturation, and 30% lightness in the HSL color space.
What is the RGB value of #3B1188?
The RGB color code for #3B1188 is rgb(59, 17, 136). This means it contains 59 red, 17 green, and 136 blue in the RGB color model.
Is Indigo a warm or cool color?
Indigo (#3B1188) is a cool color with a hue between 120-300° on the color wheel.
How do I use #3B1188 in CSS?
You can use #3B1188 in CSS with: background-color: #3B1188; or color: #3B1188; or as an RGB value: rgb(59, 17, 136). For print design, use CMYK: 57%, 88%, 0%, 47%.