Bossanova

Q: How do I use #461E52 in CSS?

You can use #461E52 in CSS with: background-color: #461E52; or color: #461E52; or as an RGB value: rgb(70, 30, 82). For print design, use CMYK: 15%, 63%, 0%, 68%.

#461E52

Bossanova is a cool dark color with the hex code #461E52. This moderately saturated hue can be represented as RGB 70, 30, 82 in digital design or CMYK 15%, 63%, 0%, 68% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Bossanova color values

HEX: #461E52
RGB: 70, 30, 82
HSL: 286°, 46%, 22%
CMYK: 15, 63, 0, 68

Shades & tints

Darker Lighter

About this color

Bossanova sits at 286° on the color wheel with 46% saturation and 22% lightness, placing it in the violet-magenta segment of the spectrum. The moderate 46% 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, Bossanova is rendered as rgb(70, 30, 82), where the blue channel is highest at 82, though it sits close to the other channels. This cool mid-tone is a reliable choice for UI chrome, informational states, and contexts that call for a calm, readable presence.

For print, Bossanova translates to a CMYK breakdown of 15C 63M 0Y 68K. A substantial black component (68%) 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 Bossanova

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #461E52;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 70, 30, 82;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#461E52',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 15%
M: 63%
Y: 0%
K: 68%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(70, 30, 82)
rgba(70, 30, 82, 0.8)

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

Brands using similar hue

8 brand s with colors near 286° on the color wheel

Frequently asked questions

What color is #461E52?

#461E52 is Bossanova, a cool dark color with RGB values of 70, 30, 82. It has a hue of 286°, 46% saturation, and 22% lightness in the HSL color space.

What is the RGB value of #461E52?

The RGB color code for #461E52 is rgb(70, 30, 82). This means it contains 70 red, 30 green, and 82 blue in the RGB color model.

Is Bossanova a warm or cool color?

Bossanova (#461E52) is a cool color with a hue between 120-300° on the color wheel.

How do I use #461E52 in CSS?

You can use #461E52 in CSS with: background-color: #461E52; or color: #461E52; or as an RGB value: rgb(70, 30, 82). For print design, use CMYK: 15%, 63%, 0%, 68%.