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Steel Blue

#7297C5 aka “Goldman Blue” by Goldman Sachs

Steel Blue is a cool light color with the hex code #7297C5. Also known as "Goldman Blue" by Goldman Sachs . This moderately saturated hue can be represented as RGB 114, 151, 197 in digital design or CMYK 42%, 23%, 0%, 23% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color. Currently, 1 brand uses this color in their visual identity, making it a proven choice for professional branding and web design.

Steel Blue Color Values

HEX
#7297C5
RGB
114, 151, 197
HSL
213°, 42%, 61%
CMYK
42, 23, 0, 23

About this color

Steel Blue sits at 213° on the color wheel, placing it in the cool color family, typically conveying calm and professionalism. With 42% saturation and 61% 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 42%, 23%, 0%, 23% ensures accurate color reproduction. This balanced CMYK profile should reproduce consistently across different printing methods.

How to use Steel Blue

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #7297C5;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 114, 151, 197;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#7297C5',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 42%
M: 23%
Y: 0%
K: 23%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(114, 151, 197)
rgba(114, 151, 197, 0.8)

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

Brands using Steel Blue

1 brand uses this color in their identity

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #7297C5?
#7297C5 is Steel Blue, a cool light color with RGB values of 114, 151, 197. It has a hue of 213°, 42% saturation, and 61% lightness in the HSL color space.
What is the RGB value of #7297C5?
The RGB color code for #7297C5 is rgb(114, 151, 197). This means it contains 114 red, 151 green, and 197 blue in the RGB color model.
Is Steel Blue a warm or cool color?
Steel Blue (#7297C5) is a cool color with a hue between 120-300° on the color wheel.
How do I use #7297C5 in CSS?
You can use #7297C5 in CSS with: background-color: #7297C5; or color: #7297C5; or as an RGB value: rgb(114, 151, 197). For print design, use CMYK: 42%, 23%, 0%, 23%.