Overview
- The New Orleans Pelicans official team colors are commonly described by official team sources as blue or navy blue, gold and red, with navy blue and gold used as primary colors and red used as an accent color.
- This guide includes the best available HEX, RGB, CMYK and Pantone references, while clearly marking values that are not officially published by the team or NBA.
- These color references are useful for websites, digital graphics, presentations, fan content, design mockups and brand research.
New Orleans Pelicans Team Information
| Team Name | New Orleans Pelicans |
|---|---|
| League | NBA |
| Division / Conference | Southwest Division, Western Conference |
| Location | New Orleans, Louisiana |
| Home Stadium / Arena | Smoothie King Center |
| Official Website | Visit New Orleans Pelicans |
New Orleans Pelicans Color Codes
The official New Orleans Pelicans colors are used across team branding, uniforms, digital graphics, fan designs, presentations and web projects. Official Pelicans and NBA sources confirm the color names, but the exact HEX, RGB, CMYK and Pantone specifications are not clearly published in the official sources reviewed for this guide. The table below separates official color names from best available technical estimates.
| Color Name | Pantone | HEX | RGB | CMYK |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Navy Blue | Best available estimate: Pantone 289 C; not officially published in the official sources reviewed | Best available estimate: #0C2340 | Best available estimate: 12, 35, 64 | Best available estimate: 100, 76, 12, 70 |
| Gold | Best available estimate: Pantone 872 C; not officially published in the official sources reviewed | Best available estimate: #85714D | Best available estimate: 133, 113, 77 | Best available estimate: 0, 13, 43, 53 |
| Red | Best available estimate: Pantone 186 C; not officially published in the official sources reviewed | Best available estimate: #C8102E | Best available estimate: 200, 16, 46 | Best available estimate: 2, 100, 85, 6 |
Official Color Name Notes
Official Pelicans sources describe the team colors as blue, gold and red in the original Pelicans name and logo announcement. Other official team content describes the color scheme as navy blue, gold and red, and one official team note identifies navy blue and gold as the primary colors with red as an accent color. For practical design use, this guide refers to the main blue shade as Navy Blue because that is the more specific wording used in later official team references.
How to Use New Orleans Pelicans Colors
You can use the New Orleans Pelicans 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.
New Orleans Pelicans HEX Color Codes
The main New Orleans Pelicans HEX color code estimates are #0C2340 for Navy Blue, #85714D for Gold and #C8102E for Red. These values are useful for web design, HTML, CSS, digital graphics and online branding references, but they should be treated as best available estimates rather than officially published team specifications.
New Orleans Pelicans RGB Color Codes
The New Orleans Pelicans RGB color code estimates are 12, 35, 64 for Navy Blue, 133, 113, 77 for Gold and 200, 16, 46 for Red. RGB values are useful for screen-based designs, including social media posts, digital banners, video graphics and presentation slides.
New Orleans Pelicans CMYK Color Codes
The New Orleans Pelicans CMYK color code estimates are 100, 76, 12, 70 for Navy Blue, 0, 13, 43, 53 for Gold and 2, 100, 85, 6 for Red. CMYK values are most useful for printed materials such as flyers, posters, brochures and merchandise mockups. Because print output can vary by printer, paper stock and ink profile, always test colors before final production.
New Orleans Pelicans Pantone Colors
The best available Pantone estimates for the New Orleans Pelicans colors are Pantone 289 C for Navy Blue, Pantone 872 C for Gold and Pantone 186 C for Red. These Pantone values were not confirmed as officially published in the official team or NBA sources reviewed, so they should be treated as reference estimates rather than official brand specifications.
Design Tips for New Orleans Pelicans Colors
- Use Navy Blue as the strongest background or anchor color when creating a Pelicans-inspired layout.
- Use Gold for premium accents, borders, icons, headings or highlight areas.
- Use Red sparingly as an accent color for buttons, callouts, emphasis or energetic contrast.
- For web projects, test contrast between Navy Blue and Gold or Red before publishing to improve readability.
- For commercial products, merchandise or official-looking branding, review team and NBA trademark rules before use.
New Orleans Pelicans Color Palette Summary
| Use Case | Recommended Color | Best Available HEX Estimate |
|---|---|---|
| Main background or primary brand area | Navy Blue | #0C2340 |
| Premium accents and secondary highlights | Gold | #85714D |
| Accent graphics, buttons and emphasis | Red | #C8102E |
Official Sources and Verification Notes
This guide uses official team and NBA sources for team identity, team information and official color-name confirmation. Official sources reviewed include the New Orleans Pelicans official website, the NBA team profile page, the official Pelicans name and logo announcement, and official Pelicans content describing the team color scheme.
- New Orleans Pelicans Official Website
- New Orleans Pelicans NBA Team Profile
- Official Pelicans Colors and Logos Announcement
- Official Pelicans Namesake Announcement
- Official Pelicans Color Scheme Note
FAQ About New Orleans Pelicans Color Codes
What are the official New Orleans Pelicans colors?
The official New Orleans Pelicans colors are blue or navy blue, gold and red. Official Pelicans sources identify blue, gold and red in the team’s original color announcement, while later official team content describes the scheme more specifically as navy blue, gold and red.
What is the HEX code for New Orleans Pelicans colors?
The best available New Orleans Pelicans HEX code estimates are #0C2340 for Navy Blue, #85714D for Gold and #C8102E for Red. These values are useful for websites, HTML, CSS and digital design projects, but they are not confirmed as officially published HEX specifications in the official sources reviewed.
What are the RGB codes for the New Orleans Pelicans?
The best available RGB estimates are 12, 35, 64 for Navy Blue, 133, 113, 77 for Gold and 200, 16, 46 for Red. Use RGB values for screen-based designs such as digital graphics, video overlays, presentation slides and social media content.
What are the CMYK codes for the New Orleans Pelicans?
The best available CMYK estimates are 100, 76, 12, 70 for Navy Blue, 0, 13, 43, 53 for Gold and 2, 100, 85, 6 for Red. These CMYK values should be tested before print production because print color can vary by printer, paper and ink profile.
What are the Pantone colors for the New Orleans Pelicans?
The best available Pantone estimates are Pantone 289 C for Navy Blue, Pantone 872 C for Gold and Pantone 186 C for Red. These values are not confirmed as officially published Pantone specifications in the official team or NBA sources reviewed.
Are the New Orleans Pelicans color codes official?
The color names are supported by official Pelicans sources. The exact HEX, RGB, CMYK and Pantone values listed in this guide should be treated as best available estimates unless the team or NBA publishes an official brand guide with exact technical color specifications.
Can I use New Orleans Pelicans colors for my own design project?
You can use New Orleans Pelicans 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 NBA trademark rules before publishing or selling any design.
Why do some sources say blue while others say navy blue?
Official Pelicans launch materials refer to blue, gold and red, while other official team content uses the more specific wording navy blue, gold and red. This guide uses Navy Blue for practical design clarity and notes the wording difference for accuracy.
