Sapphire Blue

Q: How do I use #3F319B in CSS?

You can use #3F319B in CSS with: background-color: #3F319B; or color: #3F319B; or as an RGB value: rgb(63, 49, 155). For print design, use CMYK: 59%, 68%, 0%, 39%.

#3F319B

Sapphire Blue is a cool medium color with the hex code #3F319B. This moderately saturated hue can be represented as RGB 63, 49, 155 in digital design or CMYK 59%, 68%, 0%, 39% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Sapphire Blue Color Values

HEX: #3F319B
RGB: 63, 49, 155
HSL: 248°, 52%, 40%
CMYK: 59, 68, 0, 39

Shades & Tints

Darker Lighter

About this color

Sapphire Blue sits at 248° on the color wheel, placing it in the cool color family, typically conveying calm and professionalism. With 52% saturation and 40% lightness, this moderately saturated medium hue balances visibility with restraint.

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

When using Sapphire Blue in print, the CMYK breakdown of 59%, 68%, 0%, 39% 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 Sapphire Blue

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #3F319B;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 63, 49, 155;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#3F319B',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 59%
M: 68%
Y: 0%
K: 39%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(63, 49, 155)
rgba(63, 49, 155, 0.8)

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

Brands Using the Same Hue

11 brand s with colors near 248° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #3F319B?

#3F319B is Sapphire Blue, a cool medium color with RGB values of 63, 49, 155. It has a hue of 248°, 52% saturation, and 40% lightness in the HSL color space.

What is the RGB value of #3F319B?

The RGB color code for #3F319B is rgb(63, 49, 155). This means it contains 63 red, 49 green, and 155 blue in the RGB color model.

Is Sapphire Blue a warm or cool color?

Sapphire Blue (#3F319B) is a cool color with a hue between 120-300° on the color wheel.

How do I use #3F319B in CSS?

You can use #3F319B in CSS with: background-color: #3F319B; or color: #3F319B; or as an RGB value: rgb(63, 49, 155). For print design, use CMYK: 59%, 68%, 0%, 39%.