Indigo

Q: How do I use #400C8D in CSS?

You can use #400C8D in CSS with: background-color: #400C8D; or color: #400C8D; or as an RGB value: rgb(64, 12, 141). For print design, use CMYK: 55%, 91%, 0%, 45%.

#400C8D

Indigo is a cool dark color with the hex code #400C8D. This vibrant hue can be represented as RGB 64, 12, 141 in digital design or CMYK 55%, 91%, 0%, 45% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Indigo Color Values

HEX: #400C8D
RGB: 64, 12, 141
HSL: 264°, 84%, 30%
CMYK: 55, 91, 0, 45

Shades & Tints

Darker Lighter

About this color

Indigo sits at 264° on the color wheel, placing it in the cool color family, typically conveying calm and professionalism. With 84% saturation and 30% lightness, this vibrant dark hue conveys richness and intensity.

In digital design, cool colors like Indigo work well for backgrounds, navigation, and establishing trust. Dark colors provide excellent contrast for text overlays and premium brand aesthetics.

When using Indigo in print, the CMYK breakdown of 55%, 91%, 0%, 45% ensures accurate color reproduction. This balanced CMYK profile should reproduce consistently across different printing methods.

Color Harmonies

Complementary

Analogous

Triadic

Split-Complementary

How to use Indigo

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #400C8D;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 64, 12, 141;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#400C8D',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 55%
M: 91%
Y: 0%
K: 45%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(64, 12, 141)
rgba(64, 12, 141, 0.8)

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

Brands Using the Same Hue

6 brand s with colors near 264° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #400C8D?

#400C8D is Indigo, a cool dark color with RGB values of 64, 12, 141. It has a hue of 264°, 84% saturation, and 30% lightness in the HSL color space.

What is the RGB value of #400C8D?

The RGB color code for #400C8D is rgb(64, 12, 141). This means it contains 64 red, 12 green, and 141 blue in the RGB color model.

Is Indigo a warm or cool color?

Indigo (#400C8D) is a cool color with a hue between 120-300° on the color wheel.

How do I use #400C8D in CSS?

You can use #400C8D in CSS with: background-color: #400C8D; or color: #400C8D; or as an RGB value: rgb(64, 12, 141). For print design, use CMYK: 55%, 91%, 0%, 45%.