Yankees Blue

HEX: #1C2841 | Modern Palette

On White
14.69:1
PASS
On Black
1.43:1
FAIL

Color Specifications

HEX
#1C2841
RGB
28, 40, 65
HSL
220°, 56% ,25%
CMYK
56.92, 38.46, 0, 74.51

About Yankees Blue

Yankees Blue (#1C2841) is a color with RGB(28, 40, 65) and HSL(220.54°, 56.92%, 25.49%). It is commonly associated with Luxury moods. In design, it fits Cool styles and is suitable for Text, Button, Logo. Its complementary color is #41351C, which creates strong contrast. Its triadic palette includes #411C28 and #28411C. The name comes from Yankees Blue (English).

  • HEX: #1C2841
  • RGB: 28, 40, 65
  • HSL: 220.54°, 56.92%, 25.49%
  • Mood: Luxury
  • Style: Cool
  • Use case: Text, Button, Logo
  • Complementary color: #41351C
  • Triadic colors: #411C28, #28411C
  • The name comes from Yankees Blue (English).

Live Components

LIGHT
DARK
System Notification Box

Color Palettes

Monochromatic Five tones of the same hue — a reliable scale for backgrounds, surfaces, and text.
Neutral + Accent Four near-neutral tones grounded by a saturated accent — clean and versatile for UI.
Analogous Five hues drifting across a 60° arc — naturally harmonious and pleasing to the eye.
3 + 1 + 1 Three analogous base colors, one complementary accent, one dark anchor — bold yet balanced.

Color Harmonies

Complementary

The color directly opposite on the color wheel — creates maximum contrast and vibrance.

Analogous

Colors adjacent on the wheel — naturally harmonious and pleasing to the eye.

Triadic

Three colors equally spaced 120° apart — bold, balanced, and visually rich.

Split-Complementary

Two colors flanking the complement — high contrast with less tension than full complementary.

Tetradic (Square)

Four colors at 90° intervals — rich variety, best when one color dominates.

Monochromatic

Shades and tints of the same hue — cohesive, elegant, and easy to work with.

Shades & Tints

A seamless scale of #1C2841 from deepest shade to lightest tint.

Color Characteristics

Mood
Luxury
Style
Cool
Use case
Text Button Logo

Accessibility Simulation

Deuteranopia #252541
Protanopia #272741
Tritanopia #152C2C
Achromatopsia #282828

Frequently Asked Questions

Yankees Blue (#1C2841) is a color with RGB(28, 40, 65) and HSL(220.54°, 56.92%, 25.49%).

#1C2841 pairs strongly with #41351C as its complementary color. It can also be used with neutral tones for balanced UI and design layouts.

#1C2841 is suitable for Text, Button, Logo and works well with Cool styles.

#1C2841 is commonly associated with Luxury.

The name Yankees Blue is linked to Yankees Blue from English, meaning A specific shade of dark blue associated with the New York Yankees baseball team..

Name, History & Etymology

Origin Word Yankees Blue
Meaning A specific shade of dark blue associated with the New York Yankees baseball team.
Language English
First Recorded Use Early 20th Century

History

The New York Yankees, originally the Baltimore Orioles (1901-1902) and then the New York Highlanders (1903-1912), adopted their distinctive navy blue as a primary team color. This color became synonymous with the team's success and brand. Over the decades, 'Yankees Blue' has become a recognized color in sports and popular culture, often referring to the dark, almost navy blue used in their uniforms and branding. The hex code #1c2841 is a very dark, desaturated blue, consistent with the team's official colors.

First Recorded Use

While the exact first use of the phrase 'Yankees Blue' to describe a specific color is hard to pinpoint, the New York Yankees adopted their iconic navy blue color scheme early in their history, solidifying it by the 1910s and 1920s. The team was officially renamed the Yankees in 1913.

Cultural Associations

Yankees Blue is deeply ingrained in American sports culture, particularly baseball. It represents one of the most successful and recognizable sports franchises globally. The color evokes images of pinstripes, the 'NY' logo, and the team's rich history of championships. It is a symbol of tradition, excellence, and for many, a strong regional identity. The color is widely used in merchandise, fan apparel, and media related to the team.

Similar Named Colors
Space Cadet #1D2951 ΔE 4.84
Oxford Blue #002147 ΔE 5.21
Prussian Blue #003153 ΔE 7.25
Cool Black #002E63 ΔE 7.89

Code Snippets

/* Background */
.element {
    background-color: #1C2841;
}

/* Text */
.element {
    color: #1C2841;
}

/* Border */
.element {
    border: 1px solid #1C2841;
}

/* Linear gradient to complementary */
.element {
    background: linear-gradient(
        to right,
        #1C2841,
        #664E1C
    );
}

/* Radial gradient */
.element {
    background: radial-gradient(
        circle,
        #1C2841,
        #664E1C
    );
}

// SCSS variable
$yankees-blue: #1C2841;

// With RGB channels (useful for rgba() usage)
$yankees-blue-r: 28;
$yankees-blue-g: 40;
$yankees-blue-b: 65;

// Usage
.element {
    background-color: $yankees-blue;
    color: rgba($yankees-blue-r, $yankees-blue-g, $yankees-blue-b, 0.8);
}