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ESPN Brand Colors

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ESPN's published brand guidelines record three official colors: Monza (#DA020E), Abbey (#48494A), and Science Blue (#0066CC). Each clears the 4.5:1 contrast ratio WCAG AA requires of normal-size body text on a white background, so any of them can carry normal-size body text.

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ESPN Color Palette

ESPN uses 3 official colors in its brand identity.

Monza

#DA020E
HEX #DA020E
RGB 218, 2, 14
HSL 356.7°, 98.2%, 43.1%
On white 5.26:1
On black 4.0:1
As text on white AA

Abbey

#48494A
HEX #48494A
RGB 72, 73, 74
HSL 210.0°, 1.4%, 28.6%
On white 9.02:1
On black 2.33:1
As text on white AAA

Science Blue

#0066CC
HEX #0066CC
RGB 0, 102, 204
HSL 210.0°, 100.0%, 40.0%
On white 5.57:1
On black 3.77:1
As text on white AA

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the official ESPN brand colors?
ESPN uses 3 official brand colors in its visual identity. Each color on this page includes the exact HEX, RGB, and HSL values so you can reproduce them accurately in any design tool.
How do I use ESPN brand colors in CSS?
Click the copy button next to any HEX code on this page to copy it to your clipboard. Then use it in CSS like: color: #HEX; or background-color: #HEX;.
Are these ESPN colors official?
The color codes on this page are sourced from ESPN's publicly available brand guidelines, press kits, and official resources. We strive to keep them accurate and up to date.
What color formats are available?
Each ESPN brand color is shown in HEX, RGB, and HSL formats. Click on any color swatch to visit its detail page where you'll also find HSV, CMYK, and OKLCH values.
Can I use ESPN brand colors in my project?
Brand colors are typically trademarked as part of a company's visual identity. You can reference them for educational, editorial, or interoperability purposes. For commercial use in a way that implies endorsement or affiliation, check ESPN's brand guidelines.
What is the primary ESPN color?
The primary ESPN brand color is Monza (#DA020E). This is the first color listed in the brand palette and is typically the most recognizable.
How do I ensure color accuracy across devices?
HEX and RGB values render consistently in digital media (web, apps, screens). For print, convert to CMYK using the values on each color's detail page. Monitor calibration and color profiles can affect perception, so always proof on target devices.
Do ESPN colors meet accessibility standards?
Accessibility depends on how colors are paired. Click any color to see its WCAG contrast ratios against white and black. Use our Contrast Checker to test any two ESPN colors together.
How often are brand colors updated?
We periodically review and update brand color data. If ESPN rebrands or publishes new guidelines, we update our records accordingly. If you spot an outdated color, feel free to let us know.
What other brands have similar colors?
Click on any ESPN color to visit its detail page, which shows other brands that use the same or very similar hex values. You can also browse all brands on our Brands page.

Accessibility of the ESPN palette

Of the 3 recorded colors, 3 reach the WCAG 2.1 AA ratio of 4.5:1 against a white background — the threshold normal-size body text must meet. Colors below that line are not failures of the palette: they remain valid as fills carrying white text, as large text at the 3:1 threshold, and as borders, icons, and other non-text elements, which SC 1.4.11 also holds to 3:1. A logotype set in such a color is exempt from the requirement entirely.

Reference: WCAG AA vs AAA contrast requirements compared · Contrast Checker

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