Ultraviolet

Q: How do I use #5F00CC in CSS?

You can use #5F00CC in CSS with: background-color: #5F00CC; or color: #5F00CC; or as an RGB value: rgb(95, 0, 204). For print design, use CMYK: 53%, 100%, 0%, 20%.

#5F00CC

Ultraviolet is a cool medium color with the hex code #5F00CC. This vibrant hue can be represented as RGB 95, 0, 204 in digital design or CMYK 53%, 100%, 0%, 20% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Ultraviolet Color Values

HEX: #5F00CC
RGB: 95, 0, 204
HSL: 268°, 100%, 40%
CMYK: 53, 100, 0, 20

Shades & Tints

Darker Lighter

About this color

Ultraviolet sits at 268° on the color wheel, placing it in the cool color family, typically conveying calm and professionalism. With 100% saturation and 40% 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 53%, 100%, 0%, 20% 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 Ultraviolet

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #5F00CC;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 95, 0, 204;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#5F00CC',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 53%
M: 100%
Y: 0%
K: 20%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(95, 0, 204)
rgba(95, 0, 204, 0.8)

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

Brands Using the Same Hue

5 brand s with colors near 268° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #5F00CC?

#5F00CC is Ultraviolet, a cool medium color with RGB values of 95, 0, 204. It has a hue of 268°, 100% saturation, and 40% lightness in the HSL color space.

What is the RGB value of #5F00CC?

The RGB color code for #5F00CC is rgb(95, 0, 204). This means it contains 95 red, 0 green, and 204 blue in the RGB color model.

Is Ultraviolet a warm or cool color?

Ultraviolet (#5F00CC) is a cool color with a hue between 120-300° on the color wheel.

How do I use #5F00CC in CSS?

You can use #5F00CC in CSS with: background-color: #5F00CC; or color: #5F00CC; or as an RGB value: rgb(95, 0, 204). For print design, use CMYK: 53%, 100%, 0%, 20%.