Minsk

Q: How do I use #3C2574 in CSS?

You can use #3C2574 in CSS with: background-color: #3C2574; or color: #3C2574; or as an RGB value: rgb(60, 37, 116). For print design, use CMYK: 48%, 68%, 0%, 55%.

#3C2574

Minsk is a cool dark color with the hex code #3C2574. This moderately saturated hue can be represented as RGB 60, 37, 116 in digital design or CMYK 48%, 68%, 0%, 55% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Minsk color values

HEX: #3C2574
RGB: 60, 37, 116
HSL: 257°, 52%, 30%
CMYK: 48, 68, 0, 55

Shades & tints

Darker Lighter

About this color

Minsk sits at 257° on the color wheel with 52% saturation and 30% lightness, placing it in the blue-violet segment of the spectrum. The moderate 52% saturation gives it enough color presence to register clearly without competing for dominance in a composition. The lower lightness gives it weight and depth, lending gravity to any palette it enters.

In digital environments, Minsk is rendered as rgb(60, 37, 116), where the blue channel is highest at 116, anchoring the color in the cool register. This cool mid-tone is a reliable choice for UI chrome, informational states, and contexts that call for a calm, readable presence.

For print, Minsk translates to a CMYK breakdown of 48C 68M 0Y 55K. A substantial black component (55%) anchors this color in print. The remaining ink channels supplement rather than drive the hue, which keeps the result stable across different paper stocks. No brands in the brandkit.pro library currently specify this exact hex as a named brand color.

Color harmonies

Complementary

Analogous

Triadic

Split-Complementary

How to use Minsk

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #3C2574;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 60, 37, 116;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#3C2574',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 48%
M: 68%
Y: 0%
K: 55%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(60, 37, 116)
rgba(60, 37, 116, 0.8)

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

Brands using similar hue

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

Frequently asked questions

What color is #3C2574?

#3C2574 is Minsk, a cool dark color with RGB values of 60, 37, 116. It has a hue of 257°, 52% saturation, and 30% lightness in the HSL color space.

What is the RGB value of #3C2574?

The RGB color code for #3C2574 is rgb(60, 37, 116). This means it contains 60 red, 37 green, and 116 blue in the RGB color model.

Is Minsk a warm or cool color?

Minsk (#3C2574) is a cool color with a hue between 120-300° on the color wheel.

How do I use #3C2574 in CSS?

You can use #3C2574 in CSS with: background-color: #3C2574; or color: #3C2574; or as an RGB value: rgb(60, 37, 116). For print design, use CMYK: 48%, 68%, 0%, 55%.