Overview
- The Michigan Wolverines’ official signature colors are Michigan Maize and Michigan Blue, while white is commonly used as a supporting neutral rather than a third signature color.
- This guide includes official HEX, RGB, CMYK and Pantone values for maize and blue, plus clearly labeled reference values for supporting white.
- These colors are useful for websites, digital graphics, presentations, print projects, fan content and University of Michigan brand reference.
Michigan Wolverines Team Information
| Team Name | Michigan Wolverines |
|---|---|
| League | NCAA Division I Football Bowl Subdivision (FBS) |
| Division | Big Ten Conference; the conference currently uses no football divisional format |
| Location | Ann Arbor, Michigan |
| Home Stadium / Arena | Michigan Stadium |
| Official Website | Visit Michigan Wolverines |
Michigan Wolverines Color Codes
The official Michigan Wolverines colors are commonly used across team branding, uniforms, digital graphics, fan designs, presentations and web projects. The table below lists the best available color values for HEX, RGB, CMYK and Pantone references. The central University of Michigan Brand & Visual Identity guide is the controlling source for the maize and blue values shown here. Some unit-level university materials may use different print conversions, so this article follows the central brand guide.
| Color Name | Pantone | HEX | RGB | CMYK |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Michigan Maize | PMS 7406 | #FFCB05 | 255, 203, 5 | 0, 18, 100, 0 |
| Michigan Blue | PMS 282 | #00274C | 0, 39, 76 | 100, 60, 0, 60 |
| White (supporting neutral; not a signature color) | Not officially published | #FFFFFF | Best available estimate: 255, 255, 255 | Best available estimate: 0, 0, 0, 0 |
How to Use Michigan Wolverines Colors
You can use the Michigan Wolverines 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. For brand-faithful work, keep Michigan Maize and Michigan Blue prominent and use white only as a supporting neutral or contrast color.
Michigan Wolverines HEX Color Codes
The main Michigan Wolverines HEX color codes are #FFCB05 for Michigan Maize and #00274C for Michigan Blue. The supporting white reference is #FFFFFF, but white is not identified as a third signature color. These values are useful in web design, HTML, CSS, digital graphics and online branding references.
Michigan Wolverines RGB Color Codes
The Michigan Wolverines RGB color codes are 255, 203, 5 for Michigan Maize and 0, 39, 76 for Michigan Blue. These values are useful for screen-based designs, including social media posts, digital banners, video graphics and presentation slides. RGB values define how red, green and blue light combine to display each team color on digital screens.
Michigan Wolverines CMYK Color Codes
The official central University of Michigan CMYK references are 0, 18, 100, 0 for Michigan Maize and 100, 60, 0, 60 for Michigan Blue. These values are most useful for printed materials such as flyers, posters, brochures and merchandise mockups. Because print output can vary by printer, paper, ink system and color profile, always request a physical proof before final production.
Michigan Wolverines Pantone Colors
The official Pantone references published by the University of Michigan are PMS 7406 for Michigan Maize and PMS 282 for Michigan Blue. Pantone values are useful when designers need consistent color matching across professional print, signage, apparel and branding materials. No official Pantone value is published for the supporting white entry in this guide.
FAQ About Michigan Wolverines Color Codes
What are the official Michigan Wolverines colors?
The official Michigan Wolverines signature colors are Michigan Maize and Michigan Blue. White is frequently used for contrast and accessibility, but the central university brand guide identifies maize and blue as the two signature colors.
What is the HEX code for Michigan Wolverines colors?
The official Michigan Wolverines HEX codes are #FFCB05 for Michigan Maize and #00274C for Michigan Blue. The supporting white reference is #FFFFFF. HEX codes are ideal for websites, HTML, CSS and digital design projects.
Can I use Michigan Wolverines colors for my own design project?
You can use Michigan Wolverines color codes as design references for personal projects, editorial content and non-commercial fan work. The names, logos, Block M, uniform elements and other Michigan marks may be protected trademarks. For commercial use, merchandise, sponsorship materials or anything that could imply official affiliation, review the university’s official trademark and permission guidance before publishing or selling the design.
