Deep Purple

Q: How do I use #4F2CA0 in CSS?

You can use #4F2CA0 in CSS with: background-color: #4F2CA0; or color: #4F2CA0; or as an RGB value: rgb(79, 44, 160). For print design, use CMYK: 51%, 72%, 0%, 37%.

#4F2CA0

Deep Purple is a cool medium color with the hex code #4F2CA0. This moderately saturated hue can be represented as RGB 79, 44, 160 in digital design or CMYK 51%, 72%, 0%, 37% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Deep Purple Color Values

HEX: #4F2CA0
RGB: 79, 44, 160
HSL: 258°, 57%, 40%
CMYK: 51, 72, 0, 37

Shades & Tints

Darker Lighter

About this color

Deep Purple sits at 258° on the color wheel, placing it in the cool color family, typically conveying calm and professionalism. With 57% saturation and 40% lightness, this moderately saturated medium hue balances visibility with restraint.

In digital design, cool colors like Deep Purple work well for backgrounds, navigation, and establishing trust. Medium-toned colors offer versatility across both light and dark design themes.

When using Deep Purple in print, the CMYK breakdown of 51%, 72%, 0%, 37% 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 Deep Purple

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #4F2CA0;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 79, 44, 160;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#4F2CA0',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 51%
M: 72%
Y: 0%
K: 37%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(79, 44, 160)
rgba(79, 44, 160, 0.8)

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

Brands Using the Same Hue

9 brand s with colors near 258° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #4F2CA0?

#4F2CA0 is Deep Purple, a cool medium color with RGB values of 79, 44, 160. It has a hue of 258°, 57% saturation, and 40% lightness in the HSL color space.

What is the RGB value of #4F2CA0?

The RGB color code for #4F2CA0 is rgb(79, 44, 160). This means it contains 79 red, 44 green, and 160 blue in the RGB color model.

Is Deep Purple a warm or cool color?

Deep Purple (#4F2CA0) is a cool color with a hue between 120-300° on the color wheel.

How do I use #4F2CA0 in CSS?

You can use #4F2CA0 in CSS with: background-color: #4F2CA0; or color: #4F2CA0; or as an RGB value: rgb(79, 44, 160). For print design, use CMYK: 51%, 72%, 0%, 37%.