Overview
- The official New Mexico Lobos school colors are Cherry and Silver, used throughout University of New Mexico athletics branding and school identity.
- This guide provides the current official HEX, RGB, CMYK and Pantone values for Cherry and Silver, plus Lobo Gray as a supporting UNM brand color.
- These color references are useful for websites, presentations, digital graphics, print projects, fan content and brand-consistent design work.
New Mexico Lobos Team Information
| Team Name | New Mexico Lobos |
|---|---|
| League | NCAA Division I Football Bowl Subdivision (FBS) |
| Division | Mountain West Conference |
| Location | Albuquerque, New Mexico |
| Home Stadium / Arena | University Stadium |
| Official Website | Visit New Mexico Lobos |
New Mexico Lobos Color Codes
The official New Mexico Lobos colors are commonly used across team branding, uniforms, digital graphics, fan designs, presentations and web projects. The table below lists the current official University of New Mexico brand values for HEX, RGB, CMYK and Pantone references. Cherry and Silver are the official school colors; Lobo Gray is included as an official supporting UNM brand color rather than a third school color.
| Color Name | Pantone | HEX | RGB | CMYK |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cherry | PMS 200 C | #BA0C2F | 186, 12, 47 | 20, 100, 75, 0 |
| Silver | PMS Cool Gray 6 C; PMS 877 C for metallic silver | #A7A8AA | 167, 168, 170 | 40, 28, 25, 0 |
| Lobo Gray (supporting brand color) | PMS Cool Gray 10 C | #63666A | 99, 102, 106 | 75, 65, 55, 0 |
How to Use New Mexico Lobos Colors
You can use the New Mexico Lobos 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 clearest brand connection, use Cherry as the dominant accent and Silver or Lobo Gray as a neutral supporting color. Maintain strong text contrast, especially when placing white text on Cherry or dark text on Silver. Printed output can change depending on paper stock, ink, coatings and printer profiles, so a physical proof is recommended for high-value production.
New Mexico Lobos HEX Color Codes
The main New Mexico Lobos HEX color codes are #BA0C2F for Cherry and #A7A8AA for Silver. The supporting Lobo Gray HEX code is #63666A. These values are used for web design, HTML, CSS, digital graphics and online branding references.
New Mexico Lobos RGB Color Codes
The New Mexico Lobos RGB color codes are 186, 12, 47 for Cherry; 167, 168, 170 for Silver; and 99, 102, 106 for Lobo Gray. RGB 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 color on digital screens.
New Mexico Lobos CMYK Color Codes
The New Mexico Lobos CMYK color codes are 20, 100, 75, 0 for Cherry; 40, 28, 25, 0 for Silver; and 75, 65, 55, 0 for Lobo Gray. These values are most useful for printed materials such as flyers, posters, brochures and merchandise mockups. Because print output can vary by printer, paper and ink profile, always test colors before final production.
New Mexico Lobos Pantone Colors
The current official University of New Mexico brand guide identifies Cherry as PMS 200 C, Silver as PMS Cool Gray 6 C and Lobo Gray as PMS Cool Gray 10 C. It also lists PMS 877 C as a metallic-silver option. An older official athletics reference published Cherry as PMS 485 and Silver as PMS 428; because the current UNM brand guide is the newer official source, the values in this article follow the current guide. Designers working on licensed or official materials should confirm requirements with the university before production.
FAQ About New Mexico Lobos Color Codes
What are the official New Mexico Lobos colors?
The official New Mexico Lobos colors are Cherry and Silver. These colors are used across University of New Mexico identity, athletics branding, uniforms, digital assets and fan-related designs. Lobo Gray is an official supporting UNM brand color, but it is not presented as a third official school color.
What is the HEX code for New Mexico Lobos colors?
The main New Mexico Lobos HEX codes are #BA0C2F for Cherry and #A7A8AA for Silver. The official supporting Lobo Gray value is #63666A. HEX codes are ideal for websites, HTML, CSS and digital design projects.
Can I use New Mexico Lobos colors for my own design project?
You can use New Mexico Lobos color codes as references for personal design work, fan content and non-commercial projects. Color values themselves are practical design references, but university names, logos, marks and branded merchandise may be protected. For commercial use, merchandise or official branding, review the University of New Mexico trademark and licensing guidance before publishing or selling a design.
