Overview
- The Colorado Rapids’ officially published primary identity colors are Burgundy and Sky Blue, with Burgundy remaining a core part of the club’s identity.
- This guide includes official Pantone references where published, plus best available HEX, RGB and CMYK estimates for practical design use.
- These Colorado Rapids colors are useful for websites, graphics, presentations, fan content, sports design references and brand-inspired layouts.
Colorado Rapids Team Information
| Team Name | Colorado Rapids |
|---|---|
| League | MLS |
| Division | Western Conference |
| Location | Commerce City, Colorado |
| Home Stadium / Arena | DICK’S Sporting Goods Park |
| Official Website | Visit Colorado Rapids |
Colorado Rapids Color Codes
The official Colorado Rapids colors are commonly used across team branding, uniforms, digital graphics, fan designs, presentations and web projects. The team officially identified Burgundy as PMS 202 and Sky Blue as PMS 278 when unveiling its team identity. The club has also described burgundy and blue as its core colors in official kit communications. The table below separates officially published Pantone references from best available digital and print estimates.
| Color Name | Pantone | HEX | RGB | CMYK |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Burgundy | PMS 202 | Best available estimate: #862633 | Best available estimate: 134, 38, 51 | Best available estimate: 0, 100, 61, 43 |
| Sky Blue | PMS 278 | Best available estimate: #9BCBEB | Best available estimate: 155, 203, 235 | Best available estimate: 39, 14, 0, 0 |
| White | Not officially published | Best available estimate: #FFFFFF | Best available estimate: 255, 255, 255 | Best available estimate: 0, 0, 0, 0 |
How to Use Colorado Rapids Colors
You can use the Colorado Rapids 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 the most accurate brand representation, use Burgundy and Sky Blue as the primary Rapids-inspired colors. White can be used as a supporting neutral, especially for backgrounds, text contrast and layouts inspired by the club’s uniforms. For commercial use, merchandise or any official-looking brand application, check the team’s official trademark and usage rules before publishing or selling designs.
Colorado Rapids HEX Color Codes
The main Colorado Rapids HEX color codes are best available estimates: #862633 for Burgundy, #9BCBEB for Sky Blue and #FFFFFF for White. These values are commonly used in web design, HTML, CSS, digital graphics and online branding references.
Colorado Rapids RGB Color Codes
The Colorado Rapids RGB color codes are useful for screen-based designs, including social media posts, digital banners, video graphics and presentation slides. The best available RGB estimates are 134, 38, 51 for Burgundy, 155, 203, 235 for Sky Blue and 255, 255, 255 for White. RGB values define how red, green and blue light combine to display each team color on digital screens.
Colorado Rapids CMYK Color Codes
The Colorado Rapids CMYK color codes are most useful for printed materials such as flyers, posters, brochures and merchandise mockups. The best available CMYK estimates are 0, 100, 61, 43 for Burgundy, 39, 14, 0, 0 for Sky Blue and 0, 0, 0, 0 for White. Because print output can vary by printer, paper and ink profile, always test colors before final production.
Colorado Rapids Pantone Colors
The officially published Colorado Rapids Pantone references are PMS 202 for Burgundy and PMS 278 for Sky Blue. These Pantone values were published by the Colorado Rapids in the club’s team identity announcement. A Pantone value for White was not found in the official team or league sources checked for this guide, so it is listed as not officially published.
Official Source Notes
The Colorado Rapids’ official 2007 identity announcement names Burgundy as PMS 202 and Sky Blue as PMS 278. A later official Rapids kit page describes burgundy and blue as the club’s core colors, and an official 2026 club identity update says Burgundy remains a core part of the club’s identity. The MLS club page confirms the Colorado Rapids as an MLS club and links to the official team site.
- Colorado Rapids official team identity announcement
- Colorado Rapids official One Flag Kit page
- Colorado Rapids official brand identity update
- Colorado Rapids official MLS club page
FAQ About Colorado Rapids Color Codes
What are the official Colorado Rapids colors?
The officially published Colorado Rapids primary colors are Burgundy and Sky Blue. The team has identified these colors as PMS 202 and PMS 278, and later official club communications continue to describe burgundy and blue as core Rapids colors.
What is the HEX code for Colorado Rapids colors?
The main Colorado Rapids HEX codes are best available estimates: #862633 for Burgundy, #9BCBEB for Sky Blue and #FFFFFF for White. The official sources checked for this guide publish Pantone references for Burgundy and Sky Blue, but not official HEX values.
What are the Pantone colors for the Colorado Rapids?
The official Colorado Rapids Pantone colors are PMS 202 for Burgundy and PMS 278 for Sky Blue. No official Pantone value for White was found in the official sources checked for this guide.
What is the RGB code for Colorado Rapids Burgundy?
The best available RGB estimate for Colorado Rapids Burgundy is 134, 38, 51. Because the official team source publishes PMS 202 rather than an official RGB value, this RGB code should be treated as a practical design estimate.
What is the RGB code for Colorado Rapids Sky Blue?
The best available RGB estimate for Colorado Rapids Sky Blue is 155, 203, 235. Because the official team source publishes PMS 278 rather than an official RGB value, this RGB code should be treated as a practical design estimate.
Can I use Colorado Rapids colors for my own design project?
You can use Colorado Rapids color codes for personal design references, fan content and non-commercial projects. For commercial use, merchandise or official branding, check the team’s official usage guidelines and trademark rules before publishing or selling any design.
Are the Colorado Rapids color codes official?
The Pantone references PMS 202 and PMS 278 are official because they were published by the Colorado Rapids. The HEX, RGB and CMYK values in this guide are labeled as best available estimates because official team or league sources checked for this guide did not publish those exact digital and print conversion values.
