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Plum

#622475

Plum is a cool dark color with the hex code #622475. This moderately saturated hue can be represented as RGB 98, 36, 117 in digital design or CMYK 16%, 69%, 0%, 54% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Plum Color Values

HEX
#622475
RGB
98, 36, 117
HSL
286°, 53%, 30%
CMYK
16, 69, 0, 54

About this color

Plum sits at 286° on the color wheel, placing it in the cool color family, typically conveying calm and professionalism. With 53% saturation and 30% lightness, this moderately saturated dark hue balances visibility with restraint.

In digital design, cool colors like Plum work well for backgrounds, navigation, and establishing trust. Dark colors provide excellent contrast for text overlays and premium brand aesthetics.

When using Plum in print, the CMYK breakdown of 16%, 69%, 0%, 54% ensures accurate color reproduction. This balanced CMYK profile should reproduce consistently across different printing methods.

How to use Plum

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #622475;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 98, 36, 117;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#622475',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 16%
M: 69%
Y: 0%
K: 54%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(98, 36, 117)
rgba(98, 36, 117, 0.8)

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

Brands Using the Same Hue

4 brand s with colors near 286° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #622475?
#622475 is Plum, a cool dark color with RGB values of 98, 36, 117. It has a hue of 286°, 53% saturation, and 30% lightness in the HSL color space.
What is the RGB value of #622475?
The RGB color code for #622475 is rgb(98, 36, 117). This means it contains 98 red, 36 green, and 117 blue in the RGB color model.
Is Plum a warm or cool color?
Plum (#622475) is a cool color with a hue between 120-300° on the color wheel.
How do I use #622475 in CSS?
You can use #622475 in CSS with: background-color: #622475; or color: #622475; or as an RGB value: rgb(98, 36, 117). For print design, use CMYK: 16%, 69%, 0%, 54%.