Overview
- The official primary colors of Notre Dame athletics are Notre Dame Blue and Standard Dome Gold, while Irish Green is an approved accent color used sparingly in athletics branding.
- This guide includes the officially published HEX, RGB, CMYK and Pantone values for Notre Dame Blue, Standard Dome Gold and Irish Green.
- These color references are useful for websites, digital graphics, presentations, print layouts, fan content and accurate Fighting Irish brand research.
Notre Dame Fighting Irish Team Information
| Team Name | Notre Dame Fighting Irish |
|---|---|
| League | NCAA Division I FBS |
| Division | FBS Independent |
| Location | Notre Dame, Indiana |
| Home Stadium / Arena | Notre Dame Stadium |
| Official Website | Visit Notre Dame Fighting Irish |
Notre Dame Fighting Irish Color Codes
The official Notre Dame Fighting Irish colors are commonly used across team branding, uniforms, digital graphics, fan designs, presentations and web projects. The table below lists the official athletics color values for HEX, RGB, CMYK and Pantone references. Notre Dame Blue and Standard Dome Gold are the primary athletics colors; Irish Green is an official accent color rather than a third primary color.
| Color Name | Pantone | HEX | RGB | CMYK |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Notre Dame Blue | Pantone 289 | #0C2340 | 12, 35, 64 | 100, 76, 12, 70 |
| Standard Dome Gold | Pantone 117 | #C99700 | 201, 151, 0 | 6, 27, 100, 12 |
| Irish Green | Pantone 348 | #00843D | 10, 132, 61 | 96, 2, 100, 12 |
Official source note: These values come from the University of Notre Dame’s athletics-specific color guide. The university masterbrand publishes a different metallic gold specification for general university communications, but the athletics guide is the appropriate reference for Fighting Irish sports branding.
How to Use Notre Dame Fighting Irish Colors
You can use the Notre Dame Fighting Irish 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 recognizable athletics presentation, use Notre Dame Blue and Standard Dome Gold as the dominant pair. White can support the primary palette, while Irish Green should function as a limited accent. The official athletics guide advises against treating green as an equal primary color or introducing unrelated colors without approval.
Notre Dame Fighting Irish HEX Color Codes
The main Notre Dame Fighting Irish HEX color codes are #0C2340, #C99700 and #00843D. These values represent Notre Dame Blue, Standard Dome Gold and Irish Green, respectively, and are commonly used in web design, HTML, CSS, digital graphics and online branding references.
Notre Dame Fighting Irish RGB Color Codes
The Notre Dame Fighting Irish RGB color codes 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. The official base RGB values are 12, 35, 64 for Notre Dame Blue; 201, 151, 0 for Standard Dome Gold; and 10, 132, 61 for Irish Green.
Notre Dame Fighting Irish CMYK Color Codes
The Notre Dame Fighting Irish CMYK color codes are most useful for printed materials such as flyers, posters, brochures and merchandise mockups. The official athletics values are 100, 76, 12, 70 for Notre Dame Blue; 6, 27, 100, 12 for Standard Dome Gold; and 96, 2, 100, 12 for Irish Green. Because print output can vary by printer, paper, ink and color profile, always compare final production work with current Pantone chips and request a proof before a large print run.
Notre Dame Fighting Irish Pantone Colors
Pantone values are useful when designers need consistent color matching across professional print and branding materials. The official Notre Dame athletics Pantone references are Pantone 289 for Notre Dame Blue, Pantone 117 for Standard Dome Gold and Pantone 348 for Irish Green. The athletics guide also lists Metallic Dome Gold as Pantone 8642 for premium print items only and explicitly provides no HEX, RGB or CMYK conversions for that metallic ink.
For Fighting Irish athletics projects, do not substitute the University of Notre Dame masterbrand’s metallic gold specification for Standard Dome Gold unless the applicable official brand owner directs you to do so. Athletics and general university communications use related but context-specific color systems.
FAQ About Notre Dame Fighting Irish Color Codes
What are the official Notre Dame Fighting Irish colors?
The official primary Notre Dame Fighting Irish athletics colors are Notre Dame Blue and Standard Dome Gold. Irish Green is an official athletics accent color associated with Notre Dame’s Irish heritage and fighting spirit, but the brand guide says it should be used sparingly rather than treated as a third primary color.
What is the HEX code for Notre Dame Fighting Irish colors?
The main Notre Dame Fighting Irish HEX codes are #0C2340 for Notre Dame Blue, #C99700 for Standard Dome Gold and #00843D for Irish Green. HEX codes are ideal for websites, HTML, CSS and digital design projects.
Can I use Notre Dame Fighting Irish colors for my own design project?
You can use Notre Dame Fighting Irish color codes as design references for personal fan content and non-commercial projects. Color values themselves are practical reference data, but Notre Dame names, logos, monograms, uniforms and other brand assets may be protected. For commercial use, merchandise or anything presented as official, review the team’s current licensing and trademark requirements and obtain any required permission before publishing or selling the design.
