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Dark Blue Gray

#997CB6

Dark Blue Gray is a cool light color with the hex code #997CB6. This muted hue can be represented as RGB 153, 124, 182 in digital design or CMYK 16%, 32%, 0%, 29% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Dark Blue Gray Color Values

HEX
#997CB6
RGB
153, 124, 182
HSL
270°, 28%, 60%
CMYK
16, 32, 0, 29

About this color

Dark Blue Gray sits at 270° on the color wheel, placing it in the cool color family, typically conveying calm and professionalism. With 28% 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 16%, 32%, 0%, 29% 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: #997CB6;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 153, 124, 182;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#997CB6',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 16%
M: 32%
Y: 0%
K: 29%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(153, 124, 182)
rgba(153, 124, 182, 0.8)

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

Brands Using the Same Hue

4 brand s with colors near 270° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #997CB6?
#997CB6 is Dark Blue Gray, a cool light color with RGB values of 153, 124, 182. It has a hue of 270°, 28% saturation, and 60% lightness in the HSL color space.
What is the RGB value of #997CB6?
The RGB color code for #997CB6 is rgb(153, 124, 182). This means it contains 153 red, 124 green, and 182 blue in the RGB color model.
Is Dark Blue Gray a warm or cool color?
Dark Blue Gray (#997CB6) is a cool color with a hue between 120-300° on the color wheel.
How do I use #997CB6 in CSS?
You can use #997CB6 in CSS with: background-color: #997CB6; or color: #997CB6; or as an RGB value: rgb(153, 124, 182). For print design, use CMYK: 16%, 32%, 0%, 29%.