Deep Purple

Q: How do I use #6A37C8 in CSS?

You can use #6A37C8 in CSS with: background-color: #6A37C8; or color: #6A37C8; or as an RGB value: rgb(106, 55, 200). For print design, use CMYK: 47%, 73%, 0%, 22%.

#6A37C8

Deep Purple is a cool medium color with the hex code #6A37C8. This moderately saturated hue can be represented as RGB 106, 55, 200 in digital design or CMYK 47%, 73%, 0%, 22% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Deep Purple Color Values

HEX: #6A37C8
RGB: 106, 55, 200
HSL: 261°, 57%, 50%
CMYK: 47, 73, 0, 22

Shades & Tints

Darker Lighter

About this color

Deep Purple sits at 261° on the color wheel, placing it in the cool color family, typically conveying calm and professionalism. With 57% saturation and 50% lightness, this moderately saturated medium hue balances visibility with restraint.

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

When using Deep Purple in print, the CMYK breakdown of 47%, 73%, 0%, 22% 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 Deep Purple

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #6A37C8;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 106, 55, 200;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#6A37C8',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 47%
M: 73%
Y: 0%
K: 22%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(106, 55, 200)
rgba(106, 55, 200, 0.8)

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

Brands Using the Same Hue

8 brand s with colors near 261° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #6A37C8?

#6A37C8 is Deep Purple, a cool medium color with RGB values of 106, 55, 200. It has a hue of 261°, 57% saturation, and 50% lightness in the HSL color space.

What is the RGB value of #6A37C8?

The RGB color code for #6A37C8 is rgb(106, 55, 200). This means it contains 106 red, 55 green, and 200 blue in the RGB color model.

Is Deep Purple a warm or cool color?

Deep Purple (#6A37C8) is a cool color with a hue between 120-300° on the color wheel.

How do I use #6A37C8 in CSS?

You can use #6A37C8 in CSS with: background-color: #6A37C8; or color: #6A37C8; or as an RGB value: rgb(106, 55, 200). For print design, use CMYK: 47%, 73%, 0%, 22%.