Overview
- NIU Red and black are the Northern Illinois Huskies’ primary brand colors, while gray or metallic silver is an official accent used in Huskie Athletics branding.
- This guide includes the officially published HEX, RGB, CMYK and Pantone references for NIU Red, black and gray, with clear notes where a value is not officially published.
- These color codes are useful for websites, graphics, presentations, print projects, fan content and accurate Northern Illinois Huskies brand references.
Northern Illinois Huskies Team Information
| Team Name | Northern Illinois Huskies |
|---|---|
| League | NCAA Division I Football Bowl Subdivision (FBS) |
| Division | Mountain West Conference (football-only affiliate) |
| Location | DeKalb, Illinois |
| Home Stadium / Arena | Huskie Stadium (Brigham Field) |
| Official Website | Visit Northern Illinois Huskies |
Northern Illinois Huskies Color Codes
The official Northern Illinois Huskies colors are commonly used across team branding, uniforms, digital graphics, fan designs, presentations and web projects. The table below lists the color values published by the official NIU Communication Standards. NIU identifies NIU Red and black as its primary brand colors and gray or silver as an accent color in Huskie Athletics logos. The official source does not publish a Pantone value for black, so it is labeled accordingly rather than estimated.
| Color Name | Pantone | HEX | RGB | CMYK |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NIU Red | Pantone 186 | #C8102E | 200, 16, 46 | 2, 100, 85, 6 |
| Black | Not officially published | #000000 | 0, 0, 0 | 0, 0, 0, 100 |
| Gray / Silver Accent | Pantone 422 or Pantone 877 Metallic | #A5A7A8 | 165, 167, 168 | 0, 0, 0, 33 |
How to Use Northern Illinois Huskies Colors
You can use the Northern Illinois Huskies 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. NIU Red and black should lead the palette, with gray or silver used as an accent rather than a replacement for the primary colors. Official logos should not be recolored or altered outside NIU’s approved brand and licensing rules.
Northern Illinois Huskies HEX Color Codes
The main Northern Illinois Huskies HEX color codes are #C8102E for NIU Red, #000000 for black and #A5A7A8 for the gray or silver accent. These officially published values are suitable for web design, HTML, CSS, digital graphics and online branding references. White, published by NIU as #FFFFFF, may also be used as a foundational neutral when a design requires contrast or negative space.
Northern Illinois Huskies RGB Color Codes
The Northern Illinois Huskies RGB color codes are 200, 16, 46 for NIU Red; 0, 0, 0 for black; and 165, 167, 168 for gray or silver. RGB values are useful for screen-based designs, including social media posts, digital banners, video graphics and presentation slides. RGB defines how red, green and blue light combine to display each team color on digital screens.
Northern Illinois Huskies CMYK Color Codes
The Northern Illinois Huskies CMYK color codes are 2, 100, 85, 6 for NIU Red; 0, 0, 0, 100 for black; and 0, 0, 0, 33 for 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, ink and color profile, always request a physical proof or calibrated test before final production.
Northern Illinois Huskies Pantone Colors
NIU officially publishes Pantone 186 for NIU Red. For the gray or silver accent, NIU lists Pantone 422 for standard reproduction and Pantone 877 Metallic when a metallic silver treatment is appropriate. A Pantone value for black is not officially published in NIU’s color standards, so designers should use the official CMYK, RGB or HEX black values unless an authorized production specification provides additional direction.
FAQ About Northern Illinois Huskies Color Codes
What are the official Northern Illinois Huskies colors?
The Northern Illinois Huskies’ official primary brand colors are NIU Red and black. Gray or metallic silver is an official accent color used in NIU and Huskie Athletics logos, while white is a foundational neutral in the broader NIU palette. For most team-color references, lead with NIU Red and black and use gray or silver as a supporting accent.
What is the HEX code for Northern Illinois Huskies colors?
The main Northern Illinois Huskies HEX codes are #C8102E for NIU Red, #000000 for black and #A5A7A8 for gray or silver. NIU also officially publishes #FFFFFF for white. HEX codes are ideal for websites, HTML, CSS, digital design projects and screen-based brand references.
Can I use Northern Illinois Huskies colors for my own design project?
You can use Northern Illinois Huskies color codes as design references for personal projects, editorial graphics and non-commercial fan content. Color codes alone do not grant permission to use NIU names, logos, trademarks or protected artwork. For commercial products, merchandise, advertising or official-looking materials, review NIU’s current brand, licensing and trademark requirements before publishing, manufacturing or selling the design.
