Cornflower Blue

Q: How do I use #938AFF in CSS?

You can use #938AFF in CSS with: background-color: #938AFF; or color: #938AFF; or as an RGB value: rgb(147, 138, 255). For print design, use CMYK: 42%, 46%, 0%, 0%.

#938AFF

Cornflower Blue is a cool light color with the hex code #938AFF. This vibrant hue can be represented as RGB 147, 138, 255 in digital design or CMYK 42%, 46%, 0%, 0% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Cornflower Blue Color Values

HEX: #938AFF
RGB: 147, 138, 255
HSL: 245°, 100%, 77%
CMYK: 42, 46, 0, 0

Shades & Tints

Darker Lighter

About this color

Cornflower Blue sits at 245° on the color wheel, placing it in the cool color family, typically conveying calm and professionalism. With 100% saturation and 77% lightness, this vibrant light hue creates strong visual impact and draws attention.

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

When using Cornflower Blue in print, the CMYK breakdown of 42%, 46%, 0%, 0% 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 Cornflower Blue

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #938AFF;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 147, 138, 255;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#938AFF',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 42%
M: 46%
Y: 0%
K: 0%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(147, 138, 255)
rgba(147, 138, 255, 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 #938AFF?

#938AFF is Cornflower Blue, a cool light color with RGB values of 147, 138, 255. It has a hue of 245°, 100% saturation, and 77% lightness in the HSL color space.

What is the RGB value of #938AFF?

The RGB color code for #938AFF is rgb(147, 138, 255). This means it contains 147 red, 138 green, and 255 blue in the RGB color model.

Is Cornflower Blue a warm or cool color?

Cornflower Blue (#938AFF) is a cool color with a hue between 120-300° on the color wheel.

How do I use #938AFF in CSS?

You can use #938AFF in CSS with: background-color: #938AFF; or color: #938AFF; or as an RGB value: rgb(147, 138, 255). For print design, use CMYK: 42%, 46%, 0%, 0%.