Indigo

Q: How do I use #4F008F in CSS?

You can use #4F008F in CSS with: background-color: #4F008F; or color: #4F008F; or as an RGB value: rgb(79, 0, 143). For print design, use CMYK: 45%, 100%, 0%, 44%.

#4F008F

Indigo is a cool dark color with the hex code #4F008F. This vibrant hue can be represented as RGB 79, 0, 143 in digital design or CMYK 45%, 100%, 0%, 44% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Indigo Color Values

HEX: #4F008F
RGB: 79, 0, 143
HSL: 273°, 100%, 28%
CMYK: 45, 100, 0, 44

Shades & Tints

Darker Lighter

About this color

Indigo sits at 273° on the color wheel, placing it in the cool color family, typically conveying calm and professionalism. With 100% saturation and 28% 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 45%, 100%, 0%, 44% 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: #4F008F;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 79, 0, 143;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#4F008F',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 45%
M: 100%
Y: 0%
K: 44%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(79, 0, 143)
rgba(79, 0, 143, 0.8)

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

Brands Using the Same Hue

4 brand s with colors near 273° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #4F008F?

#4F008F is Indigo, a cool dark color with RGB values of 79, 0, 143. It has a hue of 273°, 100% saturation, and 28% lightness in the HSL color space.

What is the RGB value of #4F008F?

The RGB color code for #4F008F is rgb(79, 0, 143). This means it contains 79 red, 0 green, and 143 blue in the RGB color model.

Is Indigo a warm or cool color?

Indigo (#4F008F) is a cool color with a hue between 120-300° on the color wheel.

How do I use #4F008F in CSS?

You can use #4F008F in CSS with: background-color: #4F008F; or color: #4F008F; or as an RGB value: rgb(79, 0, 143). For print design, use CMYK: 45%, 100%, 0%, 44%.