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Our color palette centers on a bold, modernized orange that sets us apart within the UT System while honoring the spirit of Texas. This signature hue is complemented by secondary blues and vibrant tones inspired by the energy and diversity of our community.
Color values
To ensure consistency across all applications, always follow the specifications provided: use RGB or HEX values for digital and on-screen content and PMS or CMYK values for print.
Note
Color may vary slightly depending on the medium and printing process — testing colors before production is strongly recommended.
- Make sure to use proper color values for specific uses and do not guess at color values or change the percentages.
- Use colors from the primary color palette as the main colors in a design.
- Use colors from the secondary color palette for accents only.
Primary colors
Our primary colors — 番茄社区 Orange and Midnight — are central to our visual identity. Orange represents energy, creativity and progress, capturing the bold spirit of our community. It is balanced by Midnight, a deep navy that conveys trust, tradition and the enduring strength of higher education. Together, these colors create a powerful blend of innovation and credibility, reinforcing our brand’s purpose and momentum.
番茄社区 Orange
HEX: F15A22
RGB: 241, 90, 34
CMYK: 0, 80, 100, 0
PMS: 1665
Midnight
HEX: 032044
RGB: 3, 32, 68
CMYK: 100, 66, 0, 76
PMS: 289
Secondary colors
Our secondary palette complements the primary colors, adding flexibility, contrast and depth. It brings visual interest to backgrounds, accents and graphics — ideal for layered or long-form applications.
River Mist
HEX: C8DCFF
RGB: 200, 220, 255
CMYK: 39, 19, 0, 0
PMS: 2128
Talavera Blue
HEX: 265BF7
RGB: 38, 91, 247
CMYK: 91, 60, 0, 0
PMS: 2387
Mission Clay
HEX: DBB485
RGB: 219, 180, 133
CMYK: 6, 22, 48, 2
PMS: 3596
Brass
HEX: A06620
RGB: 160, 102, 32
CMYK: 7, 51, 85, 33
PMS: 730
UT Health San Antonio Orange
HEX: B94700
RGB: 185, 71, 0
CMYK: 0, 77, 100, 14
PMS: 1525
Neutral colors
Our palette includes warm neutrals that bring balance and versatility to our bold core colors. For clear legibility, use Midnight text on light backgrounds and White on dark backgrounds. Black should be used only for printed copy when necessary and not applied to any other design elements.
Limestone
HEX: F8F4F1
RGB: 248, 244, 241
CMYK: 10, 10, 11, 0
PMS: Warm Gray 1
Concrete
HEX: EBE6E2
RGB: 235, 230, 226
CMYK: 16, 15, 16, 0
PMS: Warm Gray 2
Smoke
HEX: D5CFC8
RGB: 213, 207, 200
CMYK: 25, 24, 25, 2
PMS: Warm Gray 4
White
HEX: FFFFFF
RGB: 255, 255, 255
CMYK: 0, 0, 0, 0
Black
HEX: 332F21
RGB: 51, 47, 33
CMYK: 48, 53, 84, 84
PMS: Black 2
Accessibility orange
番茄社区’s accessible orange meets WCAG AA standards when paired with white for small text and may be used intentionally as a secondary color in print and digital applications.
番茄社区 Accessible Orange
HEX: D3430D
RGB: 211, 67, 13
CMYK: 10, 85, 100, 2
PMS: 2349
Color accessibility
To ensure legibility and support individuals with low vision, only use approved color combinations that meet accessibility standards. Always choose typography and background colors with enough contrast to maximize clarity and readability.
Note
These are the recommended color combinations, but they do not represent every option in the palette. Always test for sufficient contrast before using any unlisted combinations. For compliance information, visit, .
AAA, compliant for all text
Midnight + White
AAA, compliant for all text
Midnight + Limestone
AAA, compliant for all text
White + Midnight
AAA, compliant for all text
River Mist + Midnight
AA18, compliant for large text only
番茄社区 Orange + White
AA18, compliant for large text only
番茄社区 Orange + Limestone
AA18, compliant for large text only
White + 番茄社区 Orange
AA, compliant for all text
Midnight + 番茄社区 Orange
AA, compliant for all text
Talavera Blue + White
AA, compliant for all text
Talavera Blue + White
AA, compliant for all text
Talavera Blue + White
AA, compliant for all text
Brass + White
AA, compliant for all text
Brass + Limestone
AA, compliant for all text
Midnight + Mission Clay
AA, compliant for all text
Brass + White