Sapphire

Q: How do I use #514AB5 in CSS?

You can use #514AB5 in CSS with: background-color: #514AB5; or color: #514AB5; or as an RGB value: rgb(81, 74, 181). For print design, use CMYK: 55%, 59%, 0%, 29%.

#514AB5

Sapphire is a cool medium color with the hex code #514AB5. This moderately saturated hue can be represented as RGB 81, 74, 181 in digital design or CMYK 55%, 59%, 0%, 29% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Sapphire Color Values

HEX: #514AB5
RGB: 81, 74, 181
HSL: 244°, 42%, 50%
CMYK: 55, 59, 0, 29

Shades & Tints

Darker Lighter

About this color

Sapphire sits at 244° 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 55%, 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: #514AB5;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 81, 74, 181;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#514AB5',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 55%
M: 59%
Y: 0%
K: 29%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(81, 74, 181)
rgba(81, 74, 181, 0.8)

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

Brands Using the Same Hue

12 brand s with colors near 244° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #514AB5?

#514AB5 is Sapphire, a cool medium color with RGB values of 81, 74, 181. It has a hue of 244°, 42% saturation, and 50% lightness in the HSL color space.

What is the RGB value of #514AB5?

The RGB color code for #514AB5 is rgb(81, 74, 181). This means it contains 81 red, 74 green, and 181 blue in the RGB color model.

Is Sapphire a warm or cool color?

Sapphire (#514AB5) is a cool color with a hue between 120-300° on the color wheel.

How do I use #514AB5 in CSS?

You can use #514AB5 in CSS with: background-color: #514AB5; or color: #514AB5; or as an RGB value: rgb(81, 74, 181). For print design, use CMYK: 55%, 59%, 0%, 29%.