Sapphire

Q: How do I use #4F4AB5 in CSS?

You can use #4F4AB5 in CSS with: background-color: #4F4AB5; or color: #4F4AB5; or as an RGB value: rgb(79, 74, 181). For print design, use CMYK: 56%, 59%, 0%, 29%.

#4F4AB5

Sapphire is a cool medium color with the hex code #4F4AB5. This moderately saturated hue can be represented as RGB 79, 74, 181 in digital design or CMYK 56%, 59%, 0%, 29% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Sapphire Color Values

HEX: #4F4AB5
RGB: 79, 74, 181
HSL: 243°, 42%, 50%
CMYK: 56, 59, 0, 29

Shades & Tints

Darker Lighter

About this color

Sapphire sits at 243° on the color wheel, placing it in the cool color family, typically conveying calm and professionalism. With 42% saturation and 50% lightness, this moderately saturated medium hue balances visibility with restraint.

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

When using Sapphire in print, the CMYK breakdown of 56%, 59%, 0%, 29% 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

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #4F4AB5;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 79, 74, 181;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#4F4AB5',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 56%
M: 59%
Y: 0%
K: 29%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(79, 74, 181)
rgba(79, 74, 181, 0.8)

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

Brands Using the Same Hue

14 brand s with colors near 243° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #4F4AB5?

#4F4AB5 is Sapphire, a cool medium color with RGB values of 79, 74, 181. It has a hue of 243°, 42% saturation, and 50% lightness in the HSL color space.

What is the RGB value of #4F4AB5?

The RGB color code for #4F4AB5 is rgb(79, 74, 181). This means it contains 79 red, 74 green, and 181 blue in the RGB color model.

Is Sapphire a warm or cool color?

Sapphire (#4F4AB5) is a cool color with a hue between 120-300° on the color wheel.

How do I use #4F4AB5 in CSS?

You can use #4F4AB5 in CSS with: background-color: #4F4AB5; or color: #4F4AB5; or as an RGB value: rgb(79, 74, 181). For print design, use CMYK: 56%, 59%, 0%, 29%.