Bossanova

Q: How do I use #493168 in CSS?

You can use #493168 in CSS with: background-color: #493168; or color: #493168; or as an RGB value: rgb(73, 49, 104). For print design, use CMYK: 30%, 53%, 0%, 59%.

#493168

Bossanova is a cool dark color with the hex code #493168. This moderately saturated hue can be represented as RGB 73, 49, 104 in digital design or CMYK 30%, 53%, 0%, 59% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Bossanova color values

HEX: #493168
RGB: 73, 49, 104
HSL: 266°, 36%, 30%
CMYK: 30, 53, 0, 59

Shades & tints

Darker Lighter

About this color

Bossanova sits at 266° on the color wheel with 36% saturation and 30% lightness, placing it in the blue-violet segment of the spectrum. The moderate 36% 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(73, 49, 104), where the blue channel is highest at 104, 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, Bossanova translates to a CMYK breakdown of 30C 53M 0Y 59K. A substantial black component (59%) 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: #493168;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 73, 49, 104;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#493168',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 30%
M: 53%
Y: 0%
K: 59%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(73, 49, 104)
rgba(73, 49, 104, 0.8)

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

Brands using similar hue

11 brand s with colors near 266° on the color wheel

Frequently asked questions

What color is #493168?

#493168 is Bossanova, a cool dark color with RGB values of 73, 49, 104. It has a hue of 266°, 36% saturation, and 30% lightness in the HSL color space.

What is the RGB value of #493168?

The RGB color code for #493168 is rgb(73, 49, 104). This means it contains 73 red, 49 green, and 104 blue in the RGB color model.

Is Bossanova a warm or cool color?

Bossanova (#493168) is a cool color with a hue between 120-300° on the color wheel.

How do I use #493168 in CSS?

You can use #493168 in CSS with: background-color: #493168; or color: #493168; or as an RGB value: rgb(73, 49, 104). For print design, use CMYK: 30%, 53%, 0%, 59%.