Indigo

Q: How do I use #511089 in CSS?

You can use #511089 in CSS with: background-color: #511089; or color: #511089; or as an RGB value: rgb(81, 16, 137). For print design, use CMYK: 41%, 88%, 0%, 46%.

#511089

Indigo is a cool dark color with the hex code #511089. This vibrant hue can be represented as RGB 81, 16, 137 in digital design or CMYK 41%, 88%, 0%, 46% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Indigo Color Values

HEX: #511089
RGB: 81, 16, 137
HSL: 272°, 79%, 30%
CMYK: 41, 88, 0, 46

Shades & Tints

Darker Lighter

About this color

Indigo sits at 272° on the color wheel, placing it in the cool color family, typically conveying calm and professionalism. With 79% 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 41%, 88%, 0%, 46% 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: #511089;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 81, 16, 137;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#511089',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 41%
M: 88%
Y: 0%
K: 46%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(81, 16, 137)
rgba(81, 16, 137, 0.8)

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

Brands Using the Same Hue

4 brand s with colors near 272° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #511089?

#511089 is Indigo, a cool dark color with RGB values of 81, 16, 137. It has a hue of 272°, 79% saturation, and 30% lightness in the HSL color space.

What is the RGB value of #511089?

The RGB color code for #511089 is rgb(81, 16, 137). This means it contains 81 red, 16 green, and 137 blue in the RGB color model.

Is Indigo a warm or cool color?

Indigo (#511089) is a cool color with a hue between 120-300° on the color wheel.

How do I use #511089 in CSS?

You can use #511089 in CSS with: background-color: #511089; or color: #511089; or as an RGB value: rgb(81, 16, 137). For print design, use CMYK: 41%, 88%, 0%, 46%.