Meteorite

Q: How do I use #3D2178 in CSS?

You can use #3D2178 in CSS with: background-color: #3D2178; or color: #3D2178; or as an RGB value: rgb(61, 33, 120). For print design, use CMYK: 49%, 73%, 0%, 53%.

#3D2178

Meteorite is a cool dark color with the hex code #3D2178. This moderately saturated hue can be represented as RGB 61, 33, 120 in digital design or CMYK 49%, 73%, 0%, 53% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Meteorite color values

HEX: #3D2178
RGB: 61, 33, 120
HSL: 259°, 57%, 30%
CMYK: 49, 73, 0, 53

Shades & tints

Darker Lighter

About this color

Meteorite sits at 259° on the color wheel with 57% saturation and 30% lightness, placing it in the blue-violet segment of the spectrum. The moderate 57% saturation gives it enough color presence to register clearly without competing for dominance in a composition. The lower lightness gives it weight and depth, lending gravity to any palette it enters.

In digital environments, Meteorite is rendered as rgb(61, 33, 120), where the blue channel is highest at 120, anchoring the color in the cool register. This cool mid-tone is a reliable choice for UI chrome, informational states, and contexts that call for a calm, readable presence.

For print, Meteorite translates to a CMYK breakdown of 49C 73M 0Y 53K. A substantial black component (53%) anchors this color in print. The remaining ink channels supplement rather than drive the hue, which keeps the result stable across different paper stocks. No brands in the brandkit.pro library currently specify this exact hex as a named brand color.

Color harmonies

Complementary

Analogous

Triadic

Split-Complementary

How to use Meteorite

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #3D2178;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 61, 33, 120;
}

Define as a CSS custom property for consistent theming across your site.

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#3D2178',
}

Add to your Tailwind config to use classes like bg-brand.

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 49%
M: 73%
Y: 0%
K: 53%

Use these CMYK values in Adobe Illustrator, InDesign, or print specifications.

RGB for Screens

rgb(61, 33, 120)
rgba(61, 33, 120, 0.8)

Use RGB notation for compatibility or add alpha channel for transparency.

Brands using similar hue

14 brand s with colors near 259° on the color wheel

Frequently asked questions

What color is #3D2178?

#3D2178 is Meteorite, a cool dark color with RGB values of 61, 33, 120. It has a hue of 259°, 57% saturation, and 30% lightness in the HSL color space.

What is the RGB value of #3D2178?

The RGB color code for #3D2178 is rgb(61, 33, 120). This means it contains 61 red, 33 green, and 120 blue in the RGB color model.

Is Meteorite a warm or cool color?

Meteorite (#3D2178) is a cool color with a hue between 120-300° on the color wheel.

How do I use #3D2178 in CSS?

You can use #3D2178 in CSS with: background-color: #3D2178; or color: #3D2178; or as an RGB value: rgb(61, 33, 120). For print design, use CMYK: 49%, 73%, 0%, 53%.