Plum

Q: How do I use #480E58 in CSS?

You can use #480E58 in CSS with: background-color: #480E58; or color: #480E58; or as an RGB value: rgb(72, 14, 88). For print design, use CMYK: 18%, 84%, 0%, 65%.

#480E58

Plum is a cool dark color with the hex code #480E58. This vibrant hue can be represented as RGB 72, 14, 88 in digital design or CMYK 18%, 84%, 0%, 65% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Plum Color Values

HEX: #480E58
RGB: 72, 14, 88
HSL: 287°, 73%, 20%
CMYK: 18, 84, 0, 65

Shades & Tints

Darker Lighter

About this color

Plum sits at 287° on the color wheel, placing it in the cool color family, typically conveying calm and professionalism. With 73% saturation and 20% lightness, this vibrant dark hue conveys richness and intensity.

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

When using Plum in print, the CMYK breakdown of 18%, 84%, 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 Plum

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #480E58;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 72, 14, 88;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#480E58',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 18%
M: 84%
Y: 0%
K: 65%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(72, 14, 88)
rgba(72, 14, 88, 0.8)

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

Brands Using the Same Hue

4 brand s with colors near 287° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #480E58?

#480E58 is Plum, a cool dark color with RGB values of 72, 14, 88. It has a hue of 287°, 73% saturation, and 20% lightness in the HSL color space.

What is the RGB value of #480E58?

The RGB color code for #480E58 is rgb(72, 14, 88). This means it contains 72 red, 14 green, and 88 blue in the RGB color model.

Is Plum a warm or cool color?

Plum (#480E58) is a cool color with a hue between 120-300° on the color wheel.

How do I use #480E58 in CSS?

You can use #480E58 in CSS with: background-color: #480E58; or color: #480E58; or as an RGB value: rgb(72, 14, 88). For print design, use CMYK: 18%, 84%, 0%, 65%.