Purple

Q: How do I use #480C5A in CSS?

You can use #480C5A in CSS with: background-color: #480C5A; or color: #480C5A; or as an RGB value: rgb(72, 12, 90). For print design, use CMYK: 20%, 87%, 0%, 65%.

#480C5A

Purple is a cool dark color with the hex code #480C5A. This vibrant hue can be represented as RGB 72, 12, 90 in digital design or CMYK 20%, 87%, 0%, 65% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Purple Color Values

HEX: #480C5A
RGB: 72, 12, 90
HSL: 286°, 76%, 20%
CMYK: 20, 87, 0, 65

Shades & Tints

Darker Lighter

About this color

Purple sits at 286° on the color wheel, placing it in the cool color family, typically conveying calm and professionalism. With 76% saturation and 20% lightness, this vibrant dark hue conveys richness and intensity.

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

When using Purple in print, the CMYK breakdown of 20%, 87%, 0%, 65% 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 Purple

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #480C5A;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 72, 12, 90;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#480C5A',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 20%
M: 87%
Y: 0%
K: 65%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(72, 12, 90)
rgba(72, 12, 90, 0.8)

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

Brands Using the Same Hue

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #480C5A?

#480C5A is Purple, a cool dark color with RGB values of 72, 12, 90. It has a hue of 286°, 76% saturation, and 20% lightness in the HSL color space.

What is the RGB value of #480C5A?

The RGB color code for #480C5A is rgb(72, 12, 90). This means it contains 72 red, 12 green, and 90 blue in the RGB color model.

Is Purple a warm or cool color?

Purple (#480C5A) is a cool color with a hue between 120-300° on the color wheel.

How do I use #480C5A in CSS?

You can use #480C5A in CSS with: background-color: #480C5A; or color: #480C5A; or as an RGB value: rgb(72, 12, 90). For print design, use CMYK: 20%, 87%, 0%, 65%.