Jacarta

Q: How do I use #4E2A6F in CSS?

You can use #4E2A6F in CSS with: background-color: #4E2A6F; or color: #4E2A6F; or as an RGB value: rgb(78, 42, 111). For print design, use CMYK: 30%, 62%, 0%, 56%.

#4E2A6F

Jacarta is a cool dark color with the hex code #4E2A6F. This moderately saturated hue can be represented as RGB 78, 42, 111 in digital design or CMYK 30%, 62%, 0%, 56% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Jacarta color values

HEX: #4E2A6F
RGB: 78, 42, 111
HSL: 271°, 45%, 30%
CMYK: 30, 62, 0, 56

Shades & tints

Darker Lighter

About this color

Jacarta sits at 271° on the color wheel with 45% saturation and 30% lightness, placing it in the blue-violet segment of the spectrum. The moderate 45% 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, Jacarta is rendered as rgb(78, 42, 111), where the blue channel is highest at 111, 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, Jacarta translates to a CMYK breakdown of 30C 62M 0Y 56K. A substantial black component (56%) 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 Jacarta

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #4E2A6F;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 78, 42, 111;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#4E2A6F',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 30%
M: 62%
Y: 0%
K: 56%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(78, 42, 111)
rgba(78, 42, 111, 0.8)

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

Brands using similar hue

9 brand s with colors near 271° on the color wheel

Frequently asked questions

What color is #4E2A6F?

#4E2A6F is Jacarta, a cool dark color with RGB values of 78, 42, 111. It has a hue of 271°, 45% saturation, and 30% lightness in the HSL color space.

What is the RGB value of #4E2A6F?

The RGB color code for #4E2A6F is rgb(78, 42, 111). This means it contains 78 red, 42 green, and 111 blue in the RGB color model.

Is Jacarta a warm or cool color?

Jacarta (#4E2A6F) is a cool color with a hue between 120-300° on the color wheel.

How do I use #4E2A6F in CSS?

You can use #4E2A6F in CSS with: background-color: #4E2A6F; or color: #4E2A6F; or as an RGB value: rgb(78, 42, 111). For print design, use CMYK: 30%, 62%, 0%, 56%.