Tufts Blue

HEX: #417DC1 | Modern Palette

On White
4.26:1
FAIL
On Black
4.93:1
PASS

Color Specifications

HEX
#417DC1
RGB
65, 125, 193
HSL
211°, 66% ,75%
CMYK
66.32, 35.23, 0, 24.31

About Tufts Blue

Tufts Blue (#417DC1) is a color with RGB(65, 125, 193) and HSL(211.88°, 66.32%, 75.69%). It is commonly associated with Playful moods. In design, it fits Cool styles and is suitable for Text, Button, Accent. Its complementary color is #C18541, which creates strong contrast. Its triadic palette includes #C1417D and #7DC141. The name comes from Tufts Blue (English).

  • HEX: #417DC1
  • RGB: 65, 125, 193
  • HSL: 211.88°, 66.32%, 75.69%
  • Mood: Playful
  • Style: Cool
  • Use case: Text, Button, Accent
  • Complementary color: #C18541
  • Triadic colors: #C1417D, #7DC141
  • The name comes from Tufts Blue (English).

Live Components

LIGHT
DARK
System Notification Box

Color Palettes

Tufts Blue #417DC1 is used in Monochromatic, Neutral + Accent, Analogous, 3 + 1 + 1 palettes, giving designers ready-made combinations for backgrounds, surfaces, accents, and interface elements.

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

Color Harmonies

Tufts Blue #417DC1 pairs with #C18541 as its complementary color, and #C1417D and #7DC141 in triadic combinations. These harmony relationships help create balanced color combinations for UI, branding, and design work.

Complementary

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

TUFTS BLUE
Analogous

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

TUFTS BLUE
Triadic

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

TUFTS BLUE
Split-Complementary

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

TUFTS BLUE
Tetradic (Square)

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

TUFTS BLUE
Monochromatic

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

TUFTS BLUE

Shades & Tints

The shade and tint range for Tufts Blue #417DC1 moves from dark #060C13 tones through the base color to lighter #ECF2F9 tones, making it useful for depth, hierarchy, and background variation.

TUFTS BLUE

Color Characteristics

Mood
Playful
Style
Cool
Use case
Text Button Accent

Accessibility Simulation

Deuteranopia #7070C2
Protanopia #7878C1
Tritanopia #188888
Achromatopsia #7B7B7B

Frequently Asked Questions

Tufts Blue (#417DC1) is a color with RGB(65, 125, 193) and HSL(211.88°, 66.32%, 75.69%).

#417DC1 pairs strongly with #C18541 as its complementary color. It can also be used with neutral tones for balanced UI and design layouts.

#417DC1 is suitable for Text, Button, Accent and works well with Cool styles.

#417DC1 is commonly associated with Playful.

The name Tufts Blue is linked to Tufts Blue from English, meaning The official color of Tufts University..

Name, History & Etymology

Origin Word Tufts Blue
Meaning The official color of Tufts University.
Language English
First Recorded Use Late 19th Century

History

Tufts University was founded in 1852. Like many universities, it adopted official colors to represent its athletic teams, academic departments, and overall institutional identity. The 'Tufts Blue' (often represented by hex code #417dc1 or similar shades) became the primary color, often paired with brown or white. The specific shade has likely evolved slightly over time with changes in printing technology and digital representation, but the core 'blue' identity has remained constant. It is prominently featured in the university's seal, athletic uniforms (Jumbos), and branding materials.

First Recorded Use

The exact date is difficult to pinpoint, but the color was established as the university's official color sometime after its founding in 1852, likely in the 1890s or early 1900s as collegiate colors became more formalized.

Cultural Associations

The color 'Tufts Blue' is deeply ingrained in the identity of Tufts University students, alumni, faculty, and staff. It symbolizes the institution's academic rigor, community spirit, and athletic prowess. Wearing or displaying Tufts Blue is a common way for individuals to show their affiliation and pride in the university. It is a key element in school spirit, especially during sporting events and commencement ceremonies.

Similar Named Colors
Cyan-blue Azure #4682BF ΔE 1.89
Cyan Azure #4E82B4 ΔE 2.60
Steel Blue #4682B4 ΔE 3.09
Bright Navy Blue #1974D2 ΔE 3.62

Code Snippets

/* Background */
.element {
    background-color: #417DC1;
}

/* Text */
.element {
    color: #417DC1;
}

/* Border */
.element {
    border: 1px solid #417DC1;
}

/* Linear gradient to complementary */
.element {
    background: linear-gradient(
        to right,
        #417DC1,
        #EAC498
    );
}

/* Radial gradient */
.element {
    background: radial-gradient(
        circle,
        #417DC1,
        #EAC498
    );
}

// SCSS variable
$tufts-blue: #417DC1;

// With RGB channels (useful for rgba() usage)
$tufts-blue-r: 65;
$tufts-blue-g: 125;
$tufts-blue-b: 193;

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