Dark Blue Gray

Q: How do I use #816996 in CSS?

You can use #816996 in CSS with: background-color: #816996; or color: #816996; or as an RGB value: rgb(129, 105, 150). For print design, use CMYK: 14%, 30%, 0%, 41%.

#816996

Dark Blue Gray is a cool medium color with the hex code #816996. This muted hue can be represented as RGB 129, 105, 150 in digital design or CMYK 14%, 30%, 0%, 41% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Dark Blue Gray Color Values

HEX: #816996
RGB: 129, 105, 150
HSL: 272°, 18%, 50%
CMYK: 14, 30, 0, 41

Shades & Tints

Darker Lighter

About this color

Dark Blue Gray sits at 272° on the color wheel, placing it in the cool color family, typically conveying calm and professionalism. With 18% saturation and 50% lightness, this muted medium hue balances visibility with restraint.

In digital design, cool colors like Dark Blue Gray work well for backgrounds, navigation, and establishing trust. Medium-toned colors offer versatility across both light and dark design themes.

When using Dark Blue Gray in print, the CMYK breakdown of 14%, 30%, 0%, 41% 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: #816996;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 129, 105, 150;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#816996',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 14%
M: 30%
Y: 0%
K: 41%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(129, 105, 150)
rgba(129, 105, 150, 0.8)

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

Brands Using the Same Hue

4 brand s with colors near 272° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #816996?

#816996 is Dark Blue Gray, a cool medium color with RGB values of 129, 105, 150. It has a hue of 272°, 18% saturation, and 50% lightness in the HSL color space.

What is the RGB value of #816996?

The RGB color code for #816996 is rgb(129, 105, 150). This means it contains 129 red, 105 green, and 150 blue in the RGB color model.

Is Dark Blue Gray a warm or cool color?

Dark Blue Gray (#816996) is a cool color with a hue between 120-300° on the color wheel.

How do I use #816996 in CSS?

You can use #816996 in CSS with: background-color: #816996; or color: #816996; or as an RGB value: rgb(129, 105, 150). For print design, use CMYK: 14%, 30%, 0%, 41%.