Cornflower

Q: How do I use #5D8FD5 in CSS?

You can use #5D8FD5 in CSS with: background-color: #5D8FD5; or color: #5D8FD5; or as an RGB value: rgb(93, 143, 213). For print design, use CMYK: 56%, 33%, 0%, 16%.

#5D8FD5

Cornflower is a cool light color with the hex code #5D8FD5. This moderately saturated hue can be represented as RGB 93, 143, 213 in digital design or CMYK 56%, 33%, 0%, 16% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Cornflower Color Values

HEX: #5D8FD5
RGB: 93, 143, 213
HSL: 215°, 59%, 60%
CMYK: 56, 33, 0, 16

Shades & Tints

Darker Lighter

About this color

Cornflower sits at 215° on the color wheel, placing it in the cool color family, typically conveying calm and professionalism. With 59% saturation and 60% lightness, this moderately saturated light hue balances visibility with restraint.

In digital design, cool colors like Cornflower work well for backgrounds, navigation, and establishing trust. Light colors are ideal for backgrounds and creating breathing room in layouts.

When using Cornflower in print, the CMYK breakdown of 56%, 33%, 0%, 16% ensures accurate color reproduction. The bright CMYK values indicate this color relies on pure inks rather than black, maintaining vibrancy in print.

Color Harmonies

Complementary

Analogous

Triadic

Split-Complementary

How to use Cornflower

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #5D8FD5;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 93, 143, 213;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#5D8FD5',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 56%
M: 33%
Y: 0%
K: 16%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(93, 143, 213)
rgba(93, 143, 213, 0.8)

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

Brands Using the Same Hue

18 brand s with colors near 215° on the color wheel

Goldman Sachs

Google

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #5D8FD5?

#5D8FD5 is Cornflower, a cool light color with RGB values of 93, 143, 213. It has a hue of 215°, 59% saturation, and 60% lightness in the HSL color space.

What is the RGB value of #5D8FD5?

The RGB color code for #5D8FD5 is rgb(93, 143, 213). This means it contains 93 red, 143 green, and 213 blue in the RGB color model.

Is Cornflower a warm or cool color?

Cornflower (#5D8FD5) is a cool color with a hue between 120-300° on the color wheel.

How do I use #5D8FD5 in CSS?

You can use #5D8FD5 in CSS with: background-color: #5D8FD5; or color: #5D8FD5; or as an RGB value: rgb(93, 143, 213). For print design, use CMYK: 56%, 33%, 0%, 16%.