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Dark Blue Gray

#8480B3

Dark Blue Gray is a cool light color with the hex code #8480B3. This muted hue can be represented as RGB 132, 128, 179 in digital design or CMYK 26%, 28%, 0%, 30% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Dark Blue Gray Color Values

HEX
#8480B3
RGB
132, 128, 179
HSL
245°, 25%, 60%
CMYK
26, 28, 0, 30

About this color

Dark Blue Gray sits at 245° on the color wheel, placing it in the cool color family, typically conveying calm and professionalism. With 25% saturation and 60% lightness, this muted light hue provides subtle, elegant backgrounds.

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

When using Dark Blue Gray in print, the CMYK breakdown of 26%, 28%, 0%, 30% ensures accurate color reproduction. This balanced CMYK profile should reproduce consistently across different printing methods.

How to use Dark Blue Gray

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #8480B3;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 132, 128, 179;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#8480B3',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 26%
M: 28%
Y: 0%
K: 30%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(132, 128, 179)
rgba(132, 128, 179, 0.8)

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

Brands Using the Same Hue

11 brand s with colors near 245° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #8480B3?
#8480B3 is Dark Blue Gray, a cool light color with RGB values of 132, 128, 179. It has a hue of 245°, 25% saturation, and 60% lightness in the HSL color space.
What is the RGB value of #8480B3?
The RGB color code for #8480B3 is rgb(132, 128, 179). This means it contains 132 red, 128 green, and 179 blue in the RGB color model.
Is Dark Blue Gray a warm or cool color?
Dark Blue Gray (#8480B3) is a cool color with a hue between 120-300° on the color wheel.
How do I use #8480B3 in CSS?
You can use #8480B3 in CSS with: background-color: #8480B3; or color: #8480B3; or as an RGB value: rgb(132, 128, 179). For print design, use CMYK: 26%, 28%, 0%, 30%.