What Color isSapphire?

#3B55A7

What Color is Sapphire

Sapphire (Hex #3B55A7) is a soft, medium-toned shade of blue. As a cool color, it pairs exceptionally well with contrasting yellows. Get RGB values, find matching paints, and download Sapphire palettes.

What color is opposite Sapphire?

The opposite color to Sapphire is Luxor Gold (#a68d3a).

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Additional Information

  • Color Family: Blue
  • Temperature: Cool
  • Associated Season: Autumn
  • Complementary Color: #A68D3A
  • Brightness: 87/255
  • Saturation: 65%

Colors That Pair Well With Sapphire

Complementary

Pair with Luxor Gold for a harmonious, balanced look. Great for backgrounds and accents.

#3B55A7#a68d3a

High Contrast

Use Sundance for maximum readability. Ideal for text or critical UI elements.

#3B55A7#c4aa58

Harmonious Depth

Use lighter and darker shades for a sophisticated, cohesive design. Great for backgrounds, text, and subtle accents.

#8999ca#1e2b54

Color Variations

Tints (add white)

Azure#4f66b010%
San Marino#6277b920%
Wild Blue Yonder#7688c130%
Blue Bell#8999ca40%
Wistful#9daad350%
Pigeon Post#b1bbdc60%
Periwinkle Gray#c4cce570%
Link Water#d8dded80%
Athens Gray#ebeef690%

Tones (add grey)

Sapphire#4259a310%
Azure#495e9f20%
San Marino#50629b30%
Waikawa Gray#57669740%
Waikawa Gray#5e6b9450%
Kashmir Blue#646f9060%
Storm Gray#6b738c70%
Storm Gray#72778880%
Jumbo#797c8490%

Shades (add black)

Sapphire#354d9610%
Astronaut#2f448620%
Astronaut#293c7530%
Biscay#23336440%
Cloud Burst#1e2b5450%
Blue Zodiac#18224360%
Midnight#121a3270%
Ebony#0c112180%
Bunker#06091190%

Color Conversions

Hex
#3B55A7
RGB
59, 85, 167
RGB %
23%, 33%, 65%
HSL
226°, 48%, 44%
HSV
226°, 65%, 65%
CMYK
65%, 49%, 0%, 35%
LAB
38.23, 17.28, -47.19
XYZ
12.03, 10.22, 37.90

Color Blindness Simulation

Normal
Protanopia
Deuteranopia
Tritanopia

CSS Snippets

Text Color (Hex)
Aa
color: #3B55A7;
Text Color (RGB)
Aa
color: rgb(59, 85, 167);
Background Color
background-color: #3B55A7;
Border
border: 3px solid #3B55A7;
Box Shadow
box-shadow: 0 4px 12px #3B55A766;
Gradient
background: linear-gradient(135deg, #3B55A7 0%, #ffffff 100%);
Cushion Mockup

Shop Premium Products in Sapphire

Visualize and buy custom cushions made in this exact shade.

MaterialEco Velvet
Size30cm x 30cm
Color
Sapphire

Made to order. Ships in 3-5 business days.

Product Details

Add a touch of luxury to your home with our premium Eco Velvet cushions. Soft to the touch, these cushions are perfect for adding comfort and style to any room.

  • Material: Soft Eco Velvet.
  • Feel: Velvety soft finish.
  • Backing: Stone coloured back (or double-sided print).
  • Print: Edge-to-edge vibrant color using water-based inks.
  • Care: Machine washable at 30°C.
  • Construction: Handmade to order with a concealed zipper.
Eco Credentials

We believe in sustainable style. Our cushions are crafted with the planet in mind.

  • Made to Order: Produced only when you order, eliminating overproduction and waste.
  • Water-Based Inks: Printed using neo-pigment, water-based inks that are non-hazardous, toxin-free, and vegan-friendly.
  • Local Fulfilment: Produced locally where possible to reduce carbon emissions from transport.
  • Vegan Friendly: No animal products are used in the production of these cushions.

What Goes With Sapphire?

Explore color palettes containing Sapphire and discover harmonious combinations for your designs.

Analogous

Boston Blue
Sapphire
Studio

Complementary

Sapphire
Luxor Gold

Split-complementary

Sapphire
Brown Rust
Sushi

Triadic

Sapphire
Hippie Pink
Apple

Tetradic

Sapphire
Medium Red Violet
Luxor Gold
Chateau Green

Monochromatic

Woodsmoke
Biscay
Sapphire
Danube
Periwinkle Gray

Accessibility

Contrast with Black and White

Contrast with Black

UI Examples

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Contrast Ratio

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Contrast with White

UI Examples

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hex code for Sapphire?
The hex code for Sapphire is #3B55A7. The RGB values are (59, 85, 167). You can find more formats like CMYK and LAB in the Color Conversions section.
What colors go with Sapphire?
Sapphire pairs well with its complementary color, Luxor Gold (#a68d3a). It also works great with analogous colors (neighbors on the wheel) and triadic combinations. See our recommended pairings for more ideas.
Is Sapphire accessible for text?
No, Sapphire is not readable on white backgrounds. It is not readable on black backgrounds. For detailed contrast ratios and WCAG scores, check the accessibility section.
How do I use Sapphire in CSS?

You can use Sapphire in CSS with its hex code. Here is an example class:

.sapphire {
  background-color: #3B55A7;
  color: #FFFFFF;
}

For more snippets including gradients, see the CSS snippets section.

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