Bossanova

Q: How do I use #562D6C in CSS?

You can use #562D6C in CSS with: background-color: #562D6C; or color: #562D6C; or as an RGB value: rgb(86, 45, 108). For print design, use CMYK: 20%, 58%, 0%, 58%.

#562D6C

Bossanova is a cool dark color with the hex code #562D6C. This moderately saturated hue can be represented as RGB 86, 45, 108 in digital design or CMYK 20%, 58%, 0%, 58% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Bossanova color values

HEX: #562D6C
RGB: 86, 45, 108
HSL: 279°, 41%, 30%
CMYK: 20, 58, 0, 58

Shades & tints

Darker Lighter

About this color

Bossanova sits at 279° on the color wheel with 41% saturation and 30% lightness, placing it in the blue-violet segment of the spectrum. The moderate 41% 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, Bossanova is rendered as rgb(86, 45, 108), where the blue channel is highest at 108, though it sits close to the other channels. This cool mid-tone is a reliable choice for UI chrome, informational states, and contexts that call for a calm, readable presence.

For print, Bossanova translates to a CMYK breakdown of 20C 58M 0Y 58K. A substantial black component (58%) 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 Bossanova

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #562D6C;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 86, 45, 108;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#562D6C',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 20%
M: 58%
Y: 0%
K: 58%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(86, 45, 108)
rgba(86, 45, 108, 0.8)

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

Brands using similar hue

9 brand s with colors near 279° on the color wheel

Frequently asked questions

What color is #562D6C?

#562D6C is Bossanova, a cool dark color with RGB values of 86, 45, 108. It has a hue of 279°, 41% saturation, and 30% lightness in the HSL color space.

What is the RGB value of #562D6C?

The RGB color code for #562D6C is rgb(86, 45, 108). This means it contains 86 red, 45 green, and 108 blue in the RGB color model.

Is Bossanova a warm or cool color?

Bossanova (#562D6C) is a cool color with a hue between 120-300° on the color wheel.

How do I use #562D6C in CSS?

You can use #562D6C in CSS with: background-color: #562D6C; or color: #562D6C; or as an RGB value: rgb(86, 45, 108). For print design, use CMYK: 20%, 58%, 0%, 58%.