Violet is a
cool medium color with the hex code #4F21F2.
This vibrant hue can be represented as RGB
79, 33, 242 in digital design or CMYK 67%, 86%, 0%, 5% for print applications.
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Violet
#4F21F2
Violet Color Values
- HEX
- #4F21F2
- RGB
- 79, 33, 242
- HSL
- 253°, 89%, 54%
- CMYK
- 67, 86, 0, 5
Shades & Tints
About this color
Violet sits at 253° on the color wheel, placing it in the cool color family, typically conveying calm and professionalism. With 89% saturation and 54% lightness, this vibrant medium hue balances visibility with restraint.
In digital design, cool colors like Violet work well for backgrounds, navigation, and establishing trust. Medium-toned colors offer versatility across both light and dark design themes.
When using Violet in print, the CMYK breakdown of 67%, 86%, 0%, 5% ensures accurate color reproduction. The bright CMYK values indicate this color relies on pure inks rather than black, maintaining vibrancy in print.
Color Harmonies
Complementary
Analogous
Triadic
Split-Complementary
How to use Violet
CSS Variable
:root {
--brand-primary: #4F21F2;
--brand-primary-rgb: 79, 33, 242;
} Define as a CSS custom property for consistent theming across your site.
Tailwind Config
colors: {
brand: '#4F21F2',
}
Add to your Tailwind config to use classes like bg-brand.
Print Design (CMYK)
C: 67%
M: 86%
Y: 0%
K: 5% Use these CMYK values in Adobe Illustrator, InDesign, or print specifications.
RGB for Screens
rgb(79, 33, 242)
rgba(79, 33, 242, 0.8) Use RGB notation for compatibility or add alpha channel for transparency.
Brands Using the Same Hue
9 brand s with colors near 253° on the color wheel
Frequently Asked Questions
What color is #4F21F2?
What is the RGB value of #4F21F2?
Is Violet a warm or cool color?
How do I use #4F21F2 in CSS?
background-color: #4F21F2; or color: #4F21F2; or as an RGB value: rgb(79, 33, 242). For print design, use CMYK: 67%, 86%, 0%, 5%.