Steel Blue

Q: How do I use #3C9BC3 in CSS?

You can use #3C9BC3 in CSS with: background-color: #3C9BC3; or color: #3C9BC3; or as an RGB value: rgb(60, 155, 195). For print design, use CMYK: 69%, 21%, 0%, 24%.

#3C9BC3

Steel Blue is a cool medium color with the hex code #3C9BC3. This moderately saturated hue can be represented as RGB 60, 155, 195 in digital design or CMYK 69%, 21%, 0%, 24% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Steel Blue Color Values

HEX: #3C9BC3
RGB: 60, 155, 195
HSL: 198°, 53%, 50%
CMYK: 69, 21, 0, 24

Shades & Tints

Darker Lighter

About this color

Steel Blue sits at 198° on the color wheel, placing it in the cool color family, typically conveying calm and professionalism. With 53% saturation and 50% lightness, this moderately saturated medium hue balances visibility with restraint.

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

When using Steel Blue in print, the CMYK breakdown of 69%, 21%, 0%, 24% 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 Steel Blue

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #3C9BC3;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 60, 155, 195;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#3C9BC3',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 69%
M: 21%
Y: 0%
K: 24%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(60, 155, 195)
rgba(60, 155, 195, 0.8)

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

Brands Using the Same Hue

16 brand s with colors near 198° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #3C9BC3?

#3C9BC3 is Steel Blue, a cool medium color with RGB values of 60, 155, 195. It has a hue of 198°, 53% saturation, and 50% lightness in the HSL color space.

What is the RGB value of #3C9BC3?

The RGB color code for #3C9BC3 is rgb(60, 155, 195). This means it contains 60 red, 155 green, and 195 blue in the RGB color model.

Is Steel Blue a warm or cool color?

Steel Blue (#3C9BC3) is a cool color with a hue between 120-300° on the color wheel.

How do I use #3C9BC3 in CSS?

You can use #3C9BC3 in CSS with: background-color: #3C9BC3; or color: #3C9BC3; or as an RGB value: rgb(60, 155, 195). For print design, use CMYK: 69%, 21%, 0%, 24%.