Steel Blue

Q: How do I use #6791CB in CSS?

You can use #6791CB in CSS with: background-color: #6791CB; or color: #6791CB; or as an RGB value: rgb(103, 145, 203). For print design, use CMYK: 49%, 29%, 0%, 20%.

#6791CB

Steel Blue is a cool light color with the hex code #6791CB. This moderately saturated hue can be represented as RGB 103, 145, 203 in digital design or CMYK 49%, 29%, 0%, 20% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Steel Blue Color Values

HEX: #6791CB
RGB: 103, 145, 203
HSL: 215°, 49%, 60%
CMYK: 49, 29, 0, 20

Shades & Tints

Darker Lighter

About this color

Steel Blue sits at 215° on the color wheel, placing it in the cool color family, typically conveying calm and professionalism. With 49% saturation and 60% lightness, this moderately saturated light hue balances visibility with restraint.

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

When using Steel Blue in print, the CMYK breakdown of 49%, 29%, 0%, 20% 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: #6791CB;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 103, 145, 203;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#6791CB',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 49%
M: 29%
Y: 0%
K: 20%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(103, 145, 203)
rgba(103, 145, 203, 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 #6791CB?

#6791CB is Steel Blue, a cool light color with RGB values of 103, 145, 203. It has a hue of 215°, 49% saturation, and 60% lightness in the HSL color space.

What is the RGB value of #6791CB?

The RGB color code for #6791CB is rgb(103, 145, 203). This means it contains 103 red, 145 green, and 203 blue in the RGB color model.

Is Steel Blue a warm or cool color?

Steel Blue (#6791CB) is a cool color with a hue between 120-300° on the color wheel.

How do I use #6791CB in CSS?

You can use #6791CB in CSS with: background-color: #6791CB; or color: #6791CB; or as an RGB value: rgb(103, 145, 203). For print design, use CMYK: 49%, 29%, 0%, 20%.