Indigo

Q: How do I use #4A0E8B in CSS?

You can use #4A0E8B in CSS with: background-color: #4A0E8B; or color: #4A0E8B; or as an RGB value: rgb(74, 14, 139). For print design, use CMYK: 47%, 90%, 0%, 45%.

#4A0E8B

Indigo is a cool dark color with the hex code #4A0E8B. This vibrant hue can be represented as RGB 74, 14, 139 in digital design or CMYK 47%, 90%, 0%, 45% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Indigo Color Values

HEX: #4A0E8B
RGB: 74, 14, 139
HSL: 269°, 82%, 30%
CMYK: 47, 90, 0, 45

Shades & Tints

Darker Lighter

About this color

Indigo sits at 269° on the color wheel, placing it in the cool color family, typically conveying calm and professionalism. With 82% 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 47%, 90%, 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: #4A0E8B;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 74, 14, 139;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#4A0E8B',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 47%
M: 90%
Y: 0%
K: 45%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(74, 14, 139)
rgba(74, 14, 139, 0.8)

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

Brands Using the Same Hue

4 brand s with colors near 269° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #4A0E8B?

#4A0E8B is Indigo, a cool dark color with RGB values of 74, 14, 139. It has a hue of 269°, 82% saturation, and 30% lightness in the HSL color space.

What is the RGB value of #4A0E8B?

The RGB color code for #4A0E8B is rgb(74, 14, 139). This means it contains 74 red, 14 green, and 139 blue in the RGB color model.

Is Indigo a warm or cool color?

Indigo (#4A0E8B) is a cool color with a hue between 120-300° on the color wheel.

How do I use #4A0E8B in CSS?

You can use #4A0E8B in CSS with: background-color: #4A0E8B; or color: #4A0E8B; or as an RGB value: rgb(74, 14, 139). For print design, use CMYK: 47%, 90%, 0%, 45%.