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Ultraviolet

#5722DD

Ultraviolet is a cool medium color with the hex code #5722DD. This vibrant hue can be represented as RGB 87, 34, 221 in digital design or CMYK 61%, 85%, 0%, 13% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Ultraviolet Color Values

HEX
#5722DD
RGB
87, 34, 221
HSL
257°, 73%, 50%
CMYK
61, 85, 0, 13

About this color

Ultraviolet sits at 257° on the color wheel, placing it in the cool color family, typically conveying calm and professionalism. With 73% saturation and 50% lightness, this vibrant medium hue balances visibility with restraint.

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

When using Ultraviolet in print, the CMYK breakdown of 61%, 85%, 0%, 13% ensures accurate color reproduction. The bright CMYK values indicate this color relies on pure inks rather than black, maintaining vibrancy in print.

How to use Ultraviolet

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #5722DD;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 87, 34, 221;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#5722DD',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 61%
M: 85%
Y: 0%
K: 13%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(87, 34, 221)
rgba(87, 34, 221, 0.8)

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

Brands Using the Same Hue

8 brand s with colors near 257° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #5722DD?
#5722DD is Ultraviolet, a cool medium color with RGB values of 87, 34, 221. It has a hue of 257°, 73% saturation, and 50% lightness in the HSL color space.
What is the RGB value of #5722DD?
The RGB color code for #5722DD is rgb(87, 34, 221). This means it contains 87 red, 34 green, and 221 blue in the RGB color model.
Is Ultraviolet a warm or cool color?
Ultraviolet (#5722DD) is a cool color with a hue between 120-300° on the color wheel.
How do I use #5722DD in CSS?
You can use #5722DD in CSS with: background-color: #5722DD; or color: #5722DD; or as an RGB value: rgb(87, 34, 221). For print design, use CMYK: 61%, 85%, 0%, 13%.