Overview
- The Florida Atlantic Owls use FAU Blue and FAU Red as primary identity colors, with Metallic Silver and FAU Gray serving as approved supporting identity colors.
- This guide provides officially published HEX, RGB, CMYK and Pantone references and clearly identifies any value that FAU has not officially published.
- These color references are useful for websites, presentations, digital graphics, print layouts, fan content and brand-reference work.
Florida Atlantic Owls Team Information
| Team Name | Florida Atlantic Owls |
|---|---|
| League | NCAA Division I Football Bowl Subdivision (FBS) |
| Division | American Conference |
| Location | Boca Raton, Florida |
| Home Stadium / Arena | Howard Schnellenberger Field at Flagler Credit Union Stadium |
| Official Website | Visit Florida Atlantic Owls |
Conference naming note: Florida Atlantic’s official 2024 art sheet uses the former name “American Athletic Conference,” while the current FAU athletics history and the official conference website use “American Conference.” This article uses the current official name. The official stadium facility page confirms that the former FAU Stadium was renamed Flagler Credit Union Stadium in December 2024.
Florida Atlantic Owls Color Codes
The official Florida Atlantic Owls colors are commonly used across team branding, uniforms, digital graphics, fan designs, presentations and web projects. The table below lists the officially published color values for HEX, RGB, CMYK and Pantone references. FAU identifies Blue and Red as its primary colors and Metallic Silver and Gray as additional identity colors. Gray may substitute for metallic silver when metallic ink is not practical.
| Color Name | Pantone | HEX | RGB | CMYK |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FAU Blue | Pantone 295 C | #003366 | 0, 51, 102 | 100, 78, 26, 28 |
| FAU Red | Pantone 200 C | #CC0000 | 204, 0, 0 | 20, 100, 81, 10 |
| Metallic Silver | Pantone 877 C | Not officially published | Not officially published | Not officially published |
| FAU Gray | Pantone 428 C | #CCCCCC | 204, 204, 204 | 23, 16, 14, 0 |
Official color source note: The values above are based on the official Florida Atlantic art sheet, the official FAU visual standards and the official FAU web color guide. FAU publishes Pantone 877 C for Metallic Silver but explicitly provides no CMYK or web-safe/RGB value, so no unofficial digital estimate is presented here.
How to Use Florida Atlantic Owls Colors
You can use the Florida Atlantic Owls color codes for digital design, website elements, social media graphics, printable materials, fan artwork, presentations and sports-related content. HEX codes are typically best for websites, RGB values are useful for screens and digital design, while CMYK values are mainly used for print projects. FAU Blue should be the dominant color in university communications, with FAU Red used as a complement. Metallic Silver is preferred for an authentic metallic treatment, while FAU Gray is the official non-metallic substitute when metallic ink or production is impractical.
Florida Atlantic Owls HEX Color Codes
The main Florida Atlantic Owls HEX color codes are #003366 for FAU Blue, #CC0000 for FAU Red and #CCCCCC for FAU Gray. These values are officially supported for web and digital use and are suitable for HTML, CSS, digital graphics and online branding references. Metallic Silver does not have an officially published HEX code.
Florida Atlantic Owls RGB Color Codes
The Florida Atlantic Owls RGB color codes are 0, 51, 102 for FAU Blue; 204, 0, 0 for FAU Red; and 204, 204, 204 for FAU Gray. These values are useful for screen-based designs, including social media posts, digital banners, video graphics and presentation slides. FAU does not officially publish an RGB value for Metallic Silver.
Florida Atlantic Owls CMYK Color Codes
The Florida Atlantic Owls CMYK color codes are 100, 78, 26, 28 for FAU Blue; 20, 100, 81, 10 for FAU Red; and 23, 16, 14, 0 for FAU Gray. These values are most useful for printed materials such as flyers, posters, brochures and merchandise mockups. FAU does not publish a CMYK conversion for Metallic Silver because Pantone 877 C is a metallic spot color. Print output can vary by printer, paper, ink and color profile, so test colors before final production.
Florida Atlantic Owls Pantone Colors
The official Florida Atlantic Owls Pantone references are Pantone 295 C for FAU Blue, Pantone 200 C for FAU Red, Pantone 877 C for Metallic Silver and Pantone 428 C for FAU Gray. Pantone values are useful when designers need consistent color matching across professional print, apparel and branded materials. FAU’s art sheet states that printed or on-screen samples are not intended to replace current Pantone color standards, so production teams should match against an up-to-date Pantone reference.
FAQ About Florida Atlantic Owls Color Codes
What are the official Florida Atlantic Owls colors?
The primary Florida Atlantic Owls colors are FAU Blue and FAU Red. FAU also identifies Metallic Silver and FAU Gray as additional approved identity colors. Metallic Silver is preferred where a metallic treatment is possible, and FAU Gray is the approved non-metallic substitute.
What is the HEX code for Florida Atlantic Owls colors?
The main Florida Atlantic Owls HEX codes are #003366 for FAU Blue, #CC0000 for FAU Red and #CCCCCC for FAU Gray. FAU has not officially published a HEX code for Metallic Silver.
Can I use Florida Atlantic Owls colors for my own design project?
You can use Florida Atlantic Owls color codes as references for personal designs, fan content and non-commercial projects. Color values themselves can be referenced, but FAU names, logos, marks and other protected brand assets may be subject to trademark and licensing rules. For merchandise, advertising, commercial publishing or anything presented as official, review the official FAU trademark and licensing guidance and obtain any required approval before use.
