Steel Blue

Q: How do I use #5387AC in CSS?

You can use #5387AC in CSS with: background-color: #5387AC; or color: #5387AC; or as an RGB value: rgb(83, 135, 172). For print design, use CMYK: 52%, 22%, 0%, 33%.

#5387AC

Steel Blue is a cool medium color with the hex code #5387AC. This moderately saturated hue can be represented as RGB 83, 135, 172 in digital design or CMYK 52%, 22%, 0%, 33% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Steel Blue Color Values

HEX: #5387AC
RGB: 83, 135, 172
HSL: 205°, 35%, 50%
CMYK: 52, 22, 0, 33

Shades & Tints

Darker Lighter

About this color

Steel Blue sits at 205° on the color wheel, placing it in the cool color family, typically conveying calm and professionalism. With 35% 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 52%, 22%, 0%, 33% 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: #5387AC;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 83, 135, 172;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#5387AC',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 52%
M: 22%
Y: 0%
K: 33%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(83, 135, 172)
rgba(83, 135, 172, 0.8)

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

Brands Using the Same Hue

16 brand s with colors near 205° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #5387AC?

#5387AC is Steel Blue, a cool medium color with RGB values of 83, 135, 172. It has a hue of 205°, 35% saturation, and 50% lightness in the HSL color space.

What is the RGB value of #5387AC?

The RGB color code for #5387AC is rgb(83, 135, 172). This means it contains 83 red, 135 green, and 172 blue in the RGB color model.

Is Steel Blue a warm or cool color?

Steel Blue (#5387AC) is a cool color with a hue between 120-300° on the color wheel.

How do I use #5387AC in CSS?

You can use #5387AC in CSS with: background-color: #5387AC; or color: #5387AC; or as an RGB value: rgb(83, 135, 172). For print design, use CMYK: 52%, 22%, 0%, 33%.