Colors That Start With S: 150+ Shades & Hex Codes
If you’ve ever described a color as sandy, silky, sunny, or stormy, you already know the letter S. It is packed with color names. Here are the colors that start with S, from soft to bold.
This guide lists 166 of them. You will meet gentle sages and fiery scarlets. You will also find sky blues, silvers, and deep sapphires.
Each entry has a name, a Hex code, RGB values, and CMYK values. Copy any code and use it in your next project. Keep it for design, decor, or fun.
Quick Tip: Pick Hex or RGB for anything on a screen. Pick CMYK for anything you print. The CMYK values here are approximate screen-to-print conversions, so always check a printed proof.
Quick Jump Guide: Color Families Covered
Not sure where to start? Here is what you will find among these color names that start with S:
- Reds: Scarlet, Sangria, Spanish Red
- Blues: Sapphire, Sky Blue, Steel Blue
- Greens: Sage Green, Sea Green, Spring Green
- Browns: Saddle Brown, Sepia, Sienna
- Neutrals: Silver, Slate Gray, Snow
- Pinks and purples: Salmon Pink, Shocking Pink, Spanish Violet
- Yellows and oranges: Saffron, School Bus Yellow, Sunglow
Want to browse by hue? Skip ahead to the family table after the list. Otherwise, let’s dive in.
The Full List of Colors That Start With S
Below are all 166 shades starting with the letter S. They run in alphabetical order. Take your time. A few names are close cousins, and we point those out as we go.
Sacramento State Green
Very deep green, close to black, with a cool blue-green undertone. Its name comes from a university’s school color. Hex: #043927 | RGB: 4, 57, 39 | CMYK: 93, 0, 32, 78
Saddle Brown
Rich, warm brown with a red glow. It is named for the leather on a horse saddle. Hex: #8B4513 | RGB: 139, 69, 19 | CMYK: 0, 50, 86, 45
Safety Orange
Bright, bold, and hard to miss. Road crews and hikers wear shades like this to stay seen. Hex: #FF7800 | RGB: 255, 120, 0 | CMYK: 0, 53, 100, 0
Safety Orange (Blaze Orange)
Loud and hot, with a slight red lean. It is a touch deeper than plain Safety Orange. Hex: #FF6700 | RGB: 255, 103, 0 | CMYK: 0, 60, 100, 0
Safety Yellow
A vivid yellow with a golden edge. It looks warm, clear, and sharp. Hex: #EED202 | RGB: 238, 210, 2 | CMYK: 0, 12, 99, 7
Saffron
Warm and golden, with a sunny feel. It is named for the prized spice. Hex: #F4C430 | RGB: 244, 196, 48 | CMYK: 0, 20, 80, 4
Sage
Soft and muted, with a gray-green tone and a yellow undertone. It is named for the herb. Hex: #BCB88A | RGB: 188, 184, 138 | CMYK: 0, 2, 27, 26
Sage Green
Calm and dusty, with a gray-green tone. It is a bit cooler than Sage. Hex: #9CAF88 | RGB: 156, 175, 136 | CMYK: 11, 0, 22, 31
Sahara Sand
Pale, sandy yellow. It looks soft and sunny. Hex: #F1E788 | RGB: 241, 231, 136 | CMYK: 0, 4, 44, 5
Sail
Pale, airy blue. It looks like a bright sky. Hex: #B8E0F9 | RGB: 184, 224, 249 | CMYK: 26, 10, 0, 2
Salem
Deep green with a cool, jewel-like tone. It looks fresh and strong. Hex: #097F4B | RGB: 9, 127, 75 | CMYK: 93, 0, 41, 50
Salmon
A warm, soft pink with an orange glow. It is named for the pink flesh of the fish. Hex: #FA8072 | RGB: 250, 128, 114 | CMYK: 0, 49, 54, 2
Salmon Pink
Light and rosy, with just a hint of warmth. It is cooler and pinker than Salmon. Hex: #FF91A4 | RGB: 255, 145, 164 | CMYK: 0, 43, 36, 0
Sand
A soft, earthy tan with a yellow undertone. It looks like dry beach sand. Hex: #C2B280 | RGB: 194, 178, 128 | CMYK: 0, 8, 34, 24
Sandstorm
Dusty yellow with a warm, golden feel. It is livelier than Sand. Hex: #ECD540 | RGB: 236, 213, 64 | CMYK: 0, 10, 73, 7
Sandy Brown
Light, warm brown with an orange glow. It feels like sun-baked sand. Hex: #F4A460 | RGB: 244, 164, 96 | CMYK: 0, 33, 61, 4
Sangria
Deep red with a dark, wine-like tone. It is named for the Spanish red wine drink. Hex: #92000A | RGB: 146, 0, 10 | CMYK: 0, 100, 93, 43
Santa Fe
Warm, burnt orange-brown. It looks like sun-baked clay. Hex: #B14A0B | RGB: 177, 74, 11 | CMYK: 0, 58, 94, 31
Sap Green
A leafy, medium green with a yellow undertone. Artists have long used it to paint plants. Hex: #507D2A | RGB: 80, 125, 42 | CMYK: 36, 0, 66, 51
Sapling
Pale, soft tan with a yellow-green hint. It looks light and gentle. Hex: #DED4A4 | RGB: 222, 212, 164 | CMYK: 0, 5, 26, 13
Sapphire
Deep, rich blue with a cool, jewel-like glow. It is named for the gemstone. Hex: #0F52BA | RGB: 15, 82, 186 | CMYK: 92, 56, 0, 27
Sapphire Blue
Clear, medium-deep blue with a slight teal lean. It is a bit lighter than Sapphire. Hex: #0067A5 | RGB: 0, 103, 165 | CMYK: 100, 38, 0, 35
Sasquatch Socks
A hot, bright pink with a red lean. The playful name is easy to remember. Hex: #FF4681 | RGB: 255, 70, 129 | CMYK: 0, 73, 49, 0
Satin Sheen Gold
Mellow gold with a warm brown undertone. It looks soft, not flashy. Hex: #CBA135 | RGB: 203, 161, 53 | CMYK: 0, 21, 74, 20
Scampi
Soft, dusty purple with a blue lean. It looks calm and a little cool. Hex: #675FA6 | RGB: 103, 95, 166 | CMYK: 38, 43, 0, 35
Scandal
Very pale aqua with an icy hint. It looks light and clean. Hex: #CFFAF4 | RGB: 207, 250, 244 | CMYK: 17, 0, 2, 2
Scarlet
Bright red with a hint of orange. It feels hot and bold. Hex: #FF2400 | RGB: 255, 36, 0 | CMYK: 0, 86, 100, 0
Scarlet (Crayola)
Vivid red with a soft coral lean. It is close to Scarlet, but a little cooler. Hex: #FC2847 | RGB: 252, 40, 71 | CMYK: 0, 84, 72, 1
Scarlett
Deep red with a dark wine edge. It is much darker than Scarlet. Hex: #950015 | RGB: 149, 0, 21 | CMYK: 0, 100, 86, 42
Schauss Pink
A soft, bubble-gum pink with a calm look. It is named for Alexander Schauss, who studied how pink affects mood. Hex: #FF91AF | RGB: 255, 145, 175 | CMYK: 0, 43, 31, 0
School Bus Yellow
Pure, bright yellow with a golden touch. It is named for the yellow buses that carry students. Hex: #FFD800 | RGB: 255, 216, 0 | CMYK: 0, 15, 100, 0
Scotch Mist
Very pale, creamy yellow. It looks soft and light. Hex: #FFFBDC | RGB: 255, 251, 220 | CMYK: 0, 2, 14, 0
Screamin’ Green
Neon light green with a fresh glow. It is bright enough to pop on any screen. Hex: #76FF7A | RGB: 118, 255, 122 | CMYK: 54, 0, 52, 0
Sea Blue
Deep, cool blue with a teal undertone. Picture open water on a cloudy day. Hex: #006994 | RGB: 0, 105, 148 | CMYK: 100, 29, 0, 42
Sea Buckthorn
Bright, warm orange-yellow. It is named for the orange berry of a coastal shrub. Hex: #FBA129 | RGB: 251, 161, 41 | CMYK: 0, 36, 84, 2
Sea Green
Medium green with a cool, blue lean. It looks like clear, shallow sea water. Hex: #2E8B57 | RGB: 46, 139, 87 | CMYK: 67, 0, 37, 45
Sea Green (Crayola)
Bright, minty aqua with a neon feel. It is much lighter than Sea Green. Hex: #00FFCD | RGB: 0, 255, 205 | CMYK: 100, 0, 20, 0
Sea Mist
Pale, soft green-gray. It looks light and calm. Hex: #C5DBCA | RGB: 197, 219, 202 | CMYK: 10, 0, 8, 14
Sea Nymph
Soft, muted green-teal. It feels cool and quiet. Hex: #78A39C | RGB: 120, 163, 156 | CMYK: 26, 0, 4, 36
Sea Pink
Soft, warm pink with a coral lean. It looks gentle and sweet. Hex: #ED989E | RGB: 237, 152, 158 | CMYK: 0, 36, 33, 7
Sea Serpent
A fresh turquoise with a cool, watery feel. It sits between aqua and sky blue. Hex: #4BC7CF | RGB: 75, 199, 207 | CMYK: 64, 4, 0, 19
Seagull
Light, clear blue. It is almost the same as Sky Blue, just a touch brighter. Hex: #80CCEA | RGB: 128, 204, 234 | CMYK: 45, 13, 0, 8
Seal Brown
Very dark brown with a red undertone. It looks like the dark fur of a seal. Hex: #59260B | RGB: 89, 38, 11 | CMYK: 0, 57, 88, 65
Seance
Deep, rich purple. It looks dark and a little mysterious. Hex: #731E8F | RGB: 115, 30, 143 | CMYK: 20, 79, 0, 44
Seashell
Almost white, with a faint pink warmth. It looks like the inside of a shell. Hex: #FFF5EE | RGB: 255, 245, 238 | CMYK: 0, 4, 7, 0
Seaweed
Very dark green with a hint of black. It looks deep and earthy. Hex: #1B2F11 | RGB: 27, 47, 17 | CMYK: 43, 0, 64, 82
Selago
Very pale lavender, almost white. It looks light and cool. Hex: #F0EEFD | RGB: 240, 238, 253 | CMYK: 5, 6, 0, 1
Selective Yellow
Strong golden yellow with an orange lean. It looks warm and rich. Hex: #FFBA00 | RGB: 255, 186, 0 | CMYK: 0, 27, 100, 0
Sepia
Dark, warm brown with a faded-photo feel. It is named for ink made from cuttlefish. Hex: #704214 | RGB: 112, 66, 20 | CMYK: 0, 41, 82, 56
Sepia Black
Near-black with a deep red-brown tint. It is much darker than Sepia. Hex: #2B0202 | RGB: 43, 2, 2 | CMYK: 0, 95, 95, 83
Serenade
Warm, creamy white with a faint peach hint. It looks soft and cozy. Hex: #FFF4E8 | RGB: 255, 244, 232 | CMYK: 0, 4, 9, 0
SGBUS Green
Lively green with a yellow undertone. The name reads like a code, but the color is pure spring. Hex: #55DD33 | RGB: 85, 221, 51 | CMYK: 62, 0, 77, 13
Shadow
Muted brown with a gray undertone. It looks like a soft shadow on a sandy wall. Hex: #8A795D | RGB: 138, 121, 93 | CMYK: 0, 12, 33, 46
Shadow Blue
Soft blue-gray with a cool tone. It feels calm and a little dusty. Hex: #778BA5 | RGB: 119, 139, 165 | CMYK: 28, 16, 0, 35
Shadow Green
Pale green-gray with a cool, minty hint. It feels light and quiet. Hex: #9AC2B8 | RGB: 154, 194, 184 | CMYK: 21, 0, 5, 24
Shakespeare
Bright, medium blue with a cool lean. It looks clear and fresh. Hex: #4EABD1 | RGB: 78, 171, 209 | CMYK: 63, 18, 0, 18
Shalimar
Very pale lemon cream. It looks light and sweet. Hex: #FBFFBA | RGB: 251, 255, 186 | CMYK: 2, 0, 27, 0
Shampoo
Pale pink with a light lilac hint. It looks sweet and airy. Hex: #FFCFF1 | RGB: 255, 207, 241 | CMYK: 0, 19, 5, 0
Shamrock Green
Bold green with a cool, jewel-like depth. It is named for the clover tied to Ireland. Hex: #009E60 | RGB: 0, 158, 96 | CMYK: 100, 0, 39, 38
Shark
Very dark gray with a cool lean. It is almost black. Hex: #25272C | RGB: 37, 39, 44 | CMYK: 16, 11, 0, 83
Sheen Green
Bright lime green with a yellow lean. It looks juicy and fresh. Hex: #8FD400 | RGB: 143, 212, 0 | CMYK: 33, 0, 100, 17
Sherpa Blue
Deep, dark teal. It looks calm and moody. Hex: #004950 | RGB: 0, 73, 80 | CMYK: 100, 9, 0, 69
Sherwood Green
Very deep green with a cool, blue hint. It looks like a dark forest. Hex: #02402C | RGB: 2, 64, 44 | CMYK: 97, 0, 31, 75
Shimmering Blush
Dusty rose-pink with a warm undertone. It looks soft and gentle. Hex: #D98695 | RGB: 217, 134, 149 | CMYK: 0, 38, 31, 15
Shiny Shamrock
Medium green with a calm, cool tone. It is softer than Shamrock Green. Hex: #5FA778 | RGB: 95, 167, 120 | CMYK: 43, 0, 28, 35
Ship Cove
Soft, dusty blue with a purple hint. It looks calm and cool. Hex: #788BBA | RGB: 120, 139, 186 | CMYK: 35, 25, 0, 27
Shocking Pink
Hot pink that leans toward magenta. It is loud and full of energy. Hex: #FC0FC0 | RGB: 252, 15, 192 | CMYK: 0, 94, 24, 1
Shocking Pink (Crayola)
Light, playful pink with a purple lean. Think of soft orchid petals. Hex: #FB7EFD | RGB: 251, 126, 253 | CMYK: 1, 50, 0, 1
Sidecar
Pale, warm cream. It looks soft and mellow. Hex: #F3E7BB | RGB: 243, 231, 187 | CMYK: 0, 5, 23, 5
Sienna
Warm, reddish brown with an earthy feel. It is named for the clay of Siena, Italy. Hex: #A0522D | RGB: 160, 82, 45 | CMYK: 0, 49, 72, 37
Silver
Clean, light gray with no strong tint. It is named for the shiny metal. Hex: #C0C0C0 | RGB: 192, 192, 192 | CMYK: 0, 0, 0, 25
Silver Chalice
A neutral gray with no tint. It is a little darker than Silver. Hex: #ACACAC | RGB: 172, 172, 172 | CMYK: 0, 0, 0, 33
Silver (Crayola)
Soft gray with a warm, beige hint. It looks gentler than plain Silver. Hex: #C9C0BB | RGB: 201, 192, 187 | CMYK: 0, 4, 7, 21
Silver Lake Blue
Soft, medium blue with a dusty look. It feels calm and clear. Hex: #5D89BA | RGB: 93, 137, 186 | CMYK: 50, 26, 0, 27
Silver (Metallic)
Mid-light gray with a faint cool, purple hint. It copies the look of polished metal. Hex: #AAA9AD | RGB: 170, 169, 173 | CMYK: 2, 2, 0, 32
Silver Pink
Dusty pink with a gray undertone. It looks muted and quiet. Hex: #C4AEAD | RGB: 196, 174, 173 | CMYK: 0, 11, 12, 23
Silver Sand
Pale, cool gray. It is almost neutral, with a tiny blue hint. Hex: #BFC1C2 | RGB: 191, 193, 194 | CMYK: 2, 1, 0, 24
Silver Tree
Soft, medium green with a cool, minty hint. It looks fresh and gentle. Hex: #66B58F | RGB: 102, 181, 143 | CMYK: 44, 0, 21, 29
Sinbad
Pale aqua-green. It looks light and clean. Hex: #A6D5D0 | RGB: 166, 213, 208 | CMYK: 22, 0, 2, 16
Sinopia
Burnt red-orange with an earthy glow. It is named for a red clay pigment from Sinope. Hex: #CB410B | RGB: 203, 65, 11 | CMYK: 0, 68, 95, 20
Siren
Deep, dark berry with a purple lean. It looks rich and bold. Hex: #7A013A | RGB: 122, 1, 58 | CMYK: 0, 99, 52, 52
Sirocco
Muted gray-teal. It looks calm and dusty. Hex: #718080 | RGB: 113, 128, 128 | CMYK: 12, 0, 0, 50
Sisal
Pale, soft beige with a gray hint. It looks like natural plant fiber. Hex: #D3CBBA | RGB: 211, 203, 186 | CMYK: 0, 4, 12, 17
Sizzling Red
Bright red with a pink hint. It looks hot and eye-catching. Hex: #FF3855 | RGB: 255, 56, 85 | CMYK: 0, 78, 67, 0
Sizzling Sunrise
Pure, bright yellow with a golden pop. It is nearly identical to School Bus Yellow. Hex: #FFDB00 | RGB: 255, 219, 0 | CMYK: 0, 14, 100, 0
Skeptic
Pale, cool green-gray. It looks light and airy. Hex: #CAE6DA | RGB: 202, 230, 218 | CMYK: 12, 0, 5, 10
Skobeloff
Deep teal with a calm, cool tone. The name is unusual, but the color is simple and rich. Hex: #007474 | RGB: 0, 116, 116 | CMYK: 100, 0, 0, 55
Sky Blue
Light, clear blue with a soft, cool tone. It looks like a bright day. Hex: #87CEEB | RGB: 135, 206, 235 | CMYK: 43, 12, 0, 8
Sky Blue (Crayola)
Light blue with a slight aqua lean. It is a bit brighter than Sky Blue. Hex: #76D7EA | RGB: 118, 215, 234 | CMYK: 50, 8, 0, 8
Sky Magenta
Soft pink-purple with a warm orchid tone. It looks sweet and bright. Hex: #CF71AF | RGB: 207, 113, 175 | CMYK: 0, 45, 15, 19
Slate Blue
Medium blue-violet with a cool tone. It leans more purple than blue. Hex: #6A5ACD | RGB: 106, 90, 205 | CMYK: 48, 56, 0, 20
Slate Gray
Cool gray with a blue lean. It is named for the stone slate. Hex: #708090 | RGB: 112, 128, 144 | CMYK: 22, 11, 0, 44
Slimy Green
Strong, deep green with a fresh yellow hint. It looks like pond plants. Hex: #299617 | RGB: 41, 150, 23 | CMYK: 73, 0, 85, 41
Smalt
Deep, strong blue. It is named for a blue glass pigment used in old paintings. Hex: #003399 | RGB: 0, 51, 153 | CMYK: 100, 67, 0, 40
Smashed Pumpkin
Bright orange with a red hint. It looks warm and fun. Hex: #FF6D3A | RGB: 255, 109, 58 | CMYK: 0, 57, 77, 0
Smitten
Rich pink with a magenta lean. It feels bold, warm, and romantic. Hex: #C84186 | RGB: 200, 65, 134 | CMYK: 0, 68, 33, 22
Smoke
Muted gray-green with a cool hint. It looks like the soft haze of smoke. Hex: #738276 | RGB: 115, 130, 118 | CMYK: 12, 0, 9, 49
Smokey Topaz
Deep, muted red with a brown undertone. It looks like a dark, smoky gem. Hex: #933D41 | RGB: 147, 61, 65 | CMYK: 0, 59, 56, 42
Smoky Black
Nearly black, with a faint warm brown hint. It is softer than pure black. Hex: #100C08 | RGB: 16, 12, 8 | CMYK: 0, 25, 50, 94
Snow
Almost pure white, with a faint pink hint. It looks light and clean. Hex: #FFFAFA | RGB: 255, 250, 250 | CMYK: 0, 2, 2, 0
Snowy Mint
Very pale mint green. It looks crisp and light. Hex: #D6FFDB | RGB: 214, 255, 219 | CMYK: 16, 0, 14, 0
Snuff
Pale lavender-gray. It looks soft and quiet. Hex: #E2D8ED | RGB: 226, 216, 237 | CMYK: 5, 9, 0, 7
Soap
Pale lavender with a cool, soft tone. It looks gentle and clean. Hex: #CEC8EF | RGB: 206, 200, 239 | CMYK: 14, 16, 0, 6
Soapstone
Almost white, with a faint warm hint. It looks smooth and clean. Hex: #FFFBF9 | RGB: 255, 251, 249 | CMYK: 0, 2, 2, 0
Solid Pink
A deep, dusty rose with a wine-red lean. It is much darker than its name suggests. Hex: #893843 | RGB: 137, 56, 67 | CMYK: 0, 59, 51, 46
Image caption: Swatch grid of S colors including Solitude, Spanish Gray, Spanish Viridian, and Spray.
Solitude
Very pale blue, almost white. It looks cool and clean. Hex: #EAF6FF | RGB: 234, 246, 255 | CMYK: 8, 4, 0, 0
Sonic Silver
Mid-dark gray with no tint. It looks plain, steady, and modern. Hex: #757575 | RGB: 117, 117, 117 | CMYK: 0, 0, 0, 54
Space Cadet
Dark navy with a faint purple lean. It looks as deep as the night sky. Hex: #1D2951 | RGB: 29, 41, 81 | CMYK: 64, 49, 0, 68
Spanish Bistre
Muted olive-brown with a yellow undertone. It looks earthy and calm. Hex: #807532 | RGB: 128, 117, 50 | CMYK: 0, 9, 61, 50
Spanish Blue
Clear, medium blue with a slight cyan lean. It looks crisp and bright. Hex: #0070B8 | RGB: 0, 112, 184 | CMYK: 100, 39, 0, 28
Spanish Carmine
Deep, vivid red with a pink lean. It looks rich and bold. Hex: #D10047 | RGB: 209, 0, 71 | CMYK: 0, 100, 66, 18
Spanish Crimson
Bright red with a rosy tint. It is a bit lighter than Spanish Carmine. Hex: #E51A4C | RGB: 229, 26, 76 | CMYK: 0, 89, 67, 10
Spanish Gray
A neutral mid-gray. It is easy to pair with almost anything. Hex: #989898 | RGB: 152, 152, 152 | CMYK: 0, 0, 0, 40
Spanish Green
Clear, deep green with a cool lean. It feels fresh and rich. Hex: #009150 | RGB: 0, 145, 80 | CMYK: 100, 0, 45, 43
Spanish Orange
Strong, deep orange with a warm glow. It looks bold, like a ripe fruit. Hex: #E86100 | RGB: 232, 97, 0 | CMYK: 0, 58, 100, 9
Spanish Pink
Pale, soft pink with a peach hint. It looks gentle and warm. Hex: #F7BFBE | RGB: 247, 191, 190 | CMYK: 0, 23, 23, 3
Spanish Red
Bright red with a slight cool lean. It is crisp and lively. Hex: #E60026 | RGB: 230, 0, 38 | CMYK: 0, 100, 83, 10
Spanish Sky Blue
Pure, glowing cyan. It matches the standard web color aqua. Hex: #00FFFF | RGB: 0, 255, 255 | CMYK: 100, 0, 0, 0
Spanish Violet
Deep purple with a cool, blue lean. It looks royal and rich. Hex: #4C2882 | RGB: 76, 40, 130 | CMYK: 42, 69, 0, 49
Spanish Viridian
Deep green with a teal hint. It looks cool and calm. Hex: #007F5C | RGB: 0, 127, 92 | CMYK: 100, 0, 28, 50
Spanish Yellow
Warm, golden yellow with an orange hint. It looks rich and sunny. Hex: #F6B511 | RGB: 246, 181, 17 | CMYK: 0, 26, 93, 4
Spartan Crimson
Deep, dark red. It looks bold and strong. Hex: #9E1316 | RGB: 158, 19, 22 | CMYK: 0, 88, 86, 38
Spicy Mix
Muted brown with the warmth of red clay. It looks cozy and earthy. Hex: #8B5F4D | RGB: 139, 95, 77 | CMYK: 0, 32, 45, 45
Spindle
Soft, light blue with a cool hint. It looks clean and calm. Hex: #B6D1EA | RGB: 182, 209, 234 | CMYK: 22, 11, 0, 8
Spiro Disco Ball
Bright, electric sky blue. It looks fun and full of light. Hex: #0FC0FC | RGB: 15, 192, 252 | CMYK: 94, 24, 0, 1
Spray
Bright, light aqua. It looks fresh and cool. Hex: #79DEEC | RGB: 121, 222, 236 | CMYK: 49, 6, 0, 7
Spring Bud
Neon yellow-green. It is sharp, fresh, and very bright. Hex: #A7FC00 | RGB: 167, 252, 0 | CMYK: 34, 0, 100, 1
Spring Frost
Vivid lime green with a fresh edge. It is a little cooler than Spring Bud. Hex: #87FF2A | RGB: 135, 255, 42 | CMYK: 47, 0, 84, 0
Spring Green
Bright, minty green with a cool lean. It looks like new grass. Hex: #00FF7F | RGB: 0, 255, 127 | CMYK: 100, 0, 50, 0
Spring Green (Crayola)
Pale, creamy yellow-green. It is much softer than Spring Green. Hex: #ECEBBD | RGB: 236, 235, 189 | CMYK: 0, 0, 20, 7
Spring Wood
Warm off-white. It looks soft and plain. Hex: #F8F6F1 | RGB: 248, 246, 241 | CMYK: 0, 1, 3, 3
Sprout
Pale, fresh green with a yellow hint. It looks like a new shoot. Hex: #C1D7B0 | RGB: 193, 215, 176 | CMYK: 10, 0, 18, 16
Spun Pearl
Soft, cool gray with a slight lilac hint. It looks smooth and calm. Hex: #AAABB7 | RGB: 170, 171, 183 | CMYK: 7, 7, 0, 28
St. Patrick’s Blue
Deep indigo blue with a slight purple lean. It looks dark and royal. Hex: #23297A | RGB: 35, 41, 122 | CMYK: 71, 66, 0, 52
Star Command Blue
Clean, medium blue with a cyan lean. It looks bright and modern. Hex: #007BB8 | RGB: 0, 123, 184 | CMYK: 100, 33, 0, 28
Steel Blue
Medium blue with a gray touch. It is named for the cool shine of steel. Hex: #4682B4 | RGB: 70, 130, 180 | CMYK: 61, 28, 0, 29
Steel Pink
Bold magenta-purple. It is strong and loud. Hex: #CC33CC | RGB: 204, 51, 204 | CMYK: 0, 75, 0, 20
Steel Teal
Muted gray-teal with a cool tone. It looks calm and a bit dusty. Hex: #5F8A8B | RGB: 95, 138, 139 | CMYK: 32, 1, 0, 45
Stil de Grain Yellow
Soft, golden yellow. It is named for an old yellow paint pigment. Hex: #FADA5E | RGB: 250, 218, 94 | CMYK: 0, 13, 62, 2
Stiletto
Deep, muted red with a brown hint. It looks rich and strong. Hex: #9C3336 | RGB: 156, 51, 54 | CMYK: 0, 67, 65, 39
Stizza
Deep, dark red with a slight wine hint. It looks intense. Hex: #900910 | RGB: 144, 9, 16 | CMYK: 0, 94, 89, 44
Stormcloud
Dark gray-teal with a cool tone. It looks like heavy clouds before rain. Hex: #4F666A | RGB: 79, 102, 106 | CMYK: 25, 4, 0, 58
Straw
Pale, dry yellow with a slight green hint. It is named for dried grain stalks. Hex: #E4D96F | RGB: 228, 217, 111 | CMYK: 0, 5, 51, 11
Strawberry
Bright pink-red with a juicy feel. It is named for the fruit. Hex: #FC5A8D | RGB: 252, 90, 141 | CMYK: 0, 64, 44, 1
Sugar Cane
Almost white, with a faint green hint. It looks fresh and crisp. Hex: #F9FFF6 | RGB: 249, 255, 246 | CMYK: 2, 0, 4, 0
Sugar Plum
Muted plum with a dusty pink-purple tone. It looks warm and sweet. Hex: #914E75 | RGB: 145, 78, 117 | CMYK: 0, 46, 19, 43
Sulu
Bright, light lime green. It looks fresh and sunny. Hex: #C1F07C | RGB: 193, 240, 124 | CMYK: 20, 0, 48, 6
Summer Green
Soft, muted green with a cool hint. It looks calm and light. Hex: #96BBAB | RGB: 150, 187, 171 | CMYK: 20, 0, 9, 27
Sunburnt Cyclops
Bright coral-red. The wild name makes it fun to say. Hex: #FF404C | RGB: 255, 64, 76 | CMYK: 0, 75, 70, 0
Sundance
Muted, golden khaki. It looks warm and earthy. Hex: #C9B35B | RGB: 201, 179, 91 | CMYK: 0, 11, 55, 21
Sundown
Soft, light pink with a peach hint. It looks warm and sweet. Hex: #FFB1B3 | RGB: 255, 177, 179 | CMYK: 0, 31, 30, 0
Sunflower
Bright, sharp yellow with a slight green lean. It looks lively. Hex: #E4D422 | RGB: 228, 212, 34 | CMYK: 0, 7, 85, 11
Sunglow
Warm, bright yellow with an orange hint. It looks like late sunlight. Hex: #FFCC33 | RGB: 255, 204, 51 | CMYK: 0, 20, 80, 0
Sunny
Soft, light lemon yellow. It looks happy and mild. Hex: #F2F27A | RGB: 242, 242, 122 | CMYK: 0, 0, 50, 5
Sunray
Warm golden tan. It looks like sunlight on dry grass. Hex: #E3AB57 | RGB: 227, 171, 87 | CMYK: 0, 25, 62, 11
Sunset
Pale peach-cream. It looks soft, like the last glow of day. Hex: #FAD6A5 | RGB: 250, 214, 165 | CMYK: 0, 14, 34, 2
Sunset Orange
Bright coral with a red lean. It looks warm and lively. Hex: #FD5E53 | RGB: 253, 94, 83 | CMYK: 0, 63, 67, 1
Super Pink
Medium orchid-pink with a purple lean. It looks lively and sweet. Hex: #CF6BA9 | RGB: 207, 107, 169 | CMYK: 0, 48, 18, 19
Surf
Pale, soft green with a gray hint. It looks calm and cool. Hex: #BBD7C1 | RGB: 187, 215, 193 | CMYK: 13, 0, 10, 16
Sushi
Fresh, medium green with a yellow lean. It looks leafy and crisp. Hex: #87AB39 | RGB: 135, 171, 57 | CMYK: 21, 0, 67, 33
Swamp Green
Soft, muted green with a yellow-gray hint. It looks calm and earthy. Hex: #ACB78E | RGB: 172, 183, 142 | CMYK: 6, 0, 22, 28
Swans Down
Very pale, minty white. It looks light and clean. Hex: #DCF0EA | RGB: 220, 240, 234 | CMYK: 8, 0, 3, 6
Sweet Brown
Brick red with a brown hint. It looks warm and earthy. Hex: #A83731 | RGB: 168, 55, 49 | CMYK: 0, 67, 71, 34
Sweet Corn
Soft, buttery yellow. It looks warm and sweet. Hex: #FBEA8C | RGB: 251, 234, 140 | CMYK: 0, 7, 44, 2
Sweet Pink
Soft, warm pink with a coral lean. It is a close cousin of Sea Pink, but a bit lighter. Hex: #FD9FA2 | RGB: 253, 159, 162 | CMYK: 0, 37, 36, 1
Syracuse Orange
Deep, burnt orange. It is named for a university’s school color. Hex: #D44500 | RGB: 212, 69, 0 | CMYK: 0, 67, 100, 17
That wraps up the list. Now let’s sort these colors by hue so they are easier to browse.
Colors Grouped by Family
This table groups every color above by its main hue. Use it to find reds, blues, or greens fast.
Image caption: Color wheel showing how the shades starting with S spread across red, blue, green, brown, pink, yellow, and neutral families.
| Family | Color Names |
| Reds (17) | Sangria, Scarlet, Scarlet (Crayola), Scarlett, Sinopia, Sizzling Red, Smokey Topaz, Solid Pink, Spanish Carmine, Spanish Crimson, Spanish Red, Spartan Crimson, Stiletto, Stizza, Sunburnt Cyclops, Sunset Orange, Sweet Brown |
| Blues (30) | Sail, Sapphire, Sapphire Blue, Scandal, Sea Blue, Sea Serpent, Seagull, Shadow Blue, Shakespeare, Sherpa Blue, Ship Cove, Silver Lake Blue, Sinbad, Skobeloff, Sky Blue, Sky Blue (Crayola), Slate Blue, Smalt, Solitude, Space Cadet, Spanish Blue, Spanish Sky Blue, Spindle, Spiro Disco Ball, Spray, St. Patrick’s Blue, Star Command Blue, Steel Blue, Steel Teal, Stormcloud |
| Greens (34) | Sacramento State Green, Sage, Sage Green, Salem, Sap Green, Screamin’ Green, Sea Green, Sea Green (Crayola), Sea Mist, Sea Nymph, Seaweed, SGBUS Green, Shadow Green, Shamrock Green, Sheen Green, Sherwood Green, Shiny Shamrock, Silver Tree, Skeptic, Slimy Green, Smoke, Snowy Mint, Spanish Green, Spanish Viridian, Spring Bud, Spring Frost, Spring Green, Sprout, Sulu, Summer Green, Surf, Sushi, Swamp Green, Swans Down |
| Browns (13) | Saddle Brown, Sand, Sandy Brown, Santa Fe, Sapling, Seal Brown, Sepia, Sepia Black, Shadow, Sienna, Sisal, Spanish Bistre, Spicy Mix |
| Neutrals (18) | Seashell, Serenade, Shark, Silver, Silver Chalice, Silver (Crayola), Silver (Metallic), Silver Sand, Sirocco, Slate Gray, Smoky Black, Snow, Soapstone, Sonic Silver, Spanish Gray, Spring Wood, Spun Pearl, Sugar Cane |
| Pinks and Purples (26) | Salmon, Salmon Pink, Sasquatch Socks, Scampi, Schauss Pink, Sea Pink, Seance, Selago, Shampoo, Shimmering Blush, Shocking Pink, Shocking Pink (Crayola), Silver Pink, Siren, Sky Magenta, Smitten, Snuff, Soap, Spanish Pink, Spanish Violet, Steel Pink, Strawberry, Sugar Plum, Sundown, Super Pink, Sweet Pink |
| Yellows and Oranges (28) | Safety Orange, Safety Orange (Blaze Orange), Safety Yellow, Saffron, Sahara Sand, Sandstorm, Satin Sheen Gold, School Bus Yellow, Scotch Mist, Sea Buckthorn, Selective Yellow, Shalimar, Sidecar, Sizzling Sunrise, Smashed Pumpkin, Spanish Orange, Spanish Yellow, Spring Green (Crayola), Stil de Grain Yellow, Straw, Sundance, Sunflower, Sunglow, Sunny, Sunray, Sunset, Sweet Corn, Syracuse Orange |
A few colors look almost the same. Sky Blue and Seagull are one pair. School Bus Yellow and Sizzling Sunrise are another. Sea Pink and Sweet Pink also sit close together. Pick the one whose name fits your story best.
How to Read Hex, RGB, and CMYK Codes
You have seen three codes under every color. Here is what each one means. We will use Sapphire as the example.
Hex is a six-digit code that starts with #. The first two digits set red. The next two set green. The last two set blue. Sapphire is #0F52BA. Use Hex for websites, apps, and slides.
RGB uses three numbers from 0 to 255. They show how much red, green, and blue light to mix. Sapphire is 15, 82, 186. Use RGB for anything shown on a screen.
CMYK uses four numbers from 0 to 100. They show the share of cyan, magenta, yellow, and black ink. Sapphire is 92, 56, 0, 27. Use CMYK for print jobs like flyers and packaging.
One more point. Screens glow, but ink does not. So bright colors, like neon greens, may look duller in print. Now let’s put these codes to work.
How to Use These Colors
Colors work best when you use them with a plan. Here are simple tips for four fields.
Graphic Design
Pick one strong color and two quiet ones. Try Space Cadet (#1D2951) as the base. Add a pop of Saffron (#F4C430). Keep the rest light. Clean space makes bold colors shine.
Web Design
Choose a calm color for large areas. Use a bright one for buttons and links. Slate Gray (#708090) is a good calm choice. Sapphire (#0F52BA) works well for buttons. Always check text contrast before you publish.
Interior Design
Soft earthy colors make a room feel warm. Sage Green (#9CAF88) is great for walls. Sand (#C2B280) suits sofas and rugs. Keep trim light, like Seashell (#FFF5EE).
Fashion
Deep tones feel rich. Light tones feel fresh. Sangria (#92000A) looks sharp on a coat. Salmon (#FA8072) lifts a simple top. Silver (#C0C0C0) works well for accessories.
Four Easy Pairings
- Bold and bright: Space Cadet (#1D2951) + Saffron (#F4C430) + Snow (#FFFAFA)
- Calm and natural: Sage Green (#9CAF88) + Sand (#C2B280) + Seashell (#FFF5EE)
- Crisp and modern: Sapphire (#0F52BA) + Silver (#C0C0C0) + Snow (#FFFAFA)
- Warm and cozy: Sienna (#A0522D) + Salmon (#FA8072) + Serenade (#FFF4E8)
Conclusion
The letter S offers a huge range. You can find soft pastels, deep jewel tones, earthy browns, and neon brights. All 166 colors that start with S in this guide come with codes you can use right away.
Save your favorites. Test them on screen and in print. Then build a palette that feels like you.
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FAQs
What are some colors that start with S?
Popular picks include Salmon, Sapphire, Scarlet, Sage Green, and Sienna. You will also find Silver, Sky Blue, and Saffron. This guide lists 166 in all.
What is the darkest color that starts with S?
Smoky Black (#100C08) is the darkest. It is nearly black, with a faint brown hint. Sepia Black (#2B0202) comes next.
What is the lightest color that starts with S?
Snow (#FFFAFA) and Soapstone (#FFFBF9) are the lightest. Both look almost pure white. Seashell (#FFF5EE) is a warm, soft option.
What are some blue colors that start with S?
Try Sapphire (#0F52BA), Sky Blue (#87CEEB), and Steel Blue (#4682B4). Space Cadet (#1D2951) is a deep navy. Smalt (#003399) is strong and rich.
What are some pink colors that start with S?
Salmon Pink (#FF91A4) is soft and rosy. Shocking Pink (#FC0FC0) is loud and hot. Strawberry (#FC5A8D) is bright and juicy.
Which S colors are best for earthy designs?
Sienna (#A0522D), Saddle Brown (#8B4513), and Sepia (#704214) feel warm and natural. Sand (#C2B280) and Sage (#BCB88A) add soft balance. Together, they suit homes, crafts, and cozy brands.
What S colors work well for websites?
Slate Gray (#708090) is calm and neutral. Sapphire (#0F52BA) is great for buttons. Smoky Black (#100C08) suits body text on light pages.
