Dark Blue Gray

Q: How do I use #543960 in CSS?

You can use #543960 in CSS with: background-color: #543960; or color: #543960; or as an RGB value: rgb(84, 57, 96). For print design, use CMYK: 13%, 41%, 0%, 62%.

#543960

Dark Blue Gray is a cool dark color with the hex code #543960. This muted hue can be represented as RGB 84, 57, 96 in digital design or CMYK 13%, 41%, 0%, 62% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Dark Blue Gray Color Values

HEX: #543960
RGB: 84, 57, 96
HSL: 282°, 25%, 30%
CMYK: 13, 41, 0, 62

Shades & Tints

Darker Lighter

About this color

Dark Blue Gray sits at 282° on the color wheel, placing it in the cool color family, typically conveying calm and professionalism. With 25% saturation and 30% lightness, this muted dark hue offers sophisticated, understated presence.

In digital design, cool colors like Dark Blue Gray work well for backgrounds, navigation, and establishing trust. Dark colors provide excellent contrast for text overlays and premium brand aesthetics.

When using Dark Blue Gray in print, the CMYK breakdown of 13%, 41%, 0%, 62% 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 Dark Blue Gray

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #543960;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 84, 57, 96;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#543960',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 13%
M: 41%
Y: 0%
K: 62%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(84, 57, 96)
rgba(84, 57, 96, 0.8)

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

Brands Using the Same Hue

4 brand s with colors near 282° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #543960?

#543960 is Dark Blue Gray, a cool dark color with RGB values of 84, 57, 96. It has a hue of 282°, 25% saturation, and 30% lightness in the HSL color space.

What is the RGB value of #543960?

The RGB color code for #543960 is rgb(84, 57, 96). This means it contains 84 red, 57 green, and 96 blue in the RGB color model.

Is Dark Blue Gray a warm or cool color?

Dark Blue Gray (#543960) is a cool color with a hue between 120-300° on the color wheel.

How do I use #543960 in CSS?

You can use #543960 in CSS with: background-color: #543960; or color: #543960; or as an RGB value: rgb(84, 57, 96). For print design, use CMYK: 13%, 41%, 0%, 62%.