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Violet

#6C09F6

Violet is a cool medium color with the hex code #6C09F6. This vibrant hue can be represented as RGB 108, 9, 246 in digital design or CMYK 56%, 96%, 0%, 4% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Violet Color Values

HEX
#6C09F6
RGB
108, 9, 246
HSL
265°, 93%, 50%
CMYK
56, 96, 0, 4

About this color

Violet sits at 265° on the color wheel, placing it in the cool color family, typically conveying calm and professionalism. With 93% saturation and 50% lightness, this vibrant medium hue balances visibility with restraint.

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

When using Violet in print, the CMYK breakdown of 56%, 96%, 0%, 4% 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 Violet

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #6C09F6;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 108, 9, 246;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#6C09F6',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 56%
M: 96%
Y: 0%
K: 4%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(108, 9, 246)
rgba(108, 9, 246, 0.8)

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

Brands Using the Same Hue

6 brand s with colors near 265° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #6C09F6?
#6C09F6 is Violet, a cool medium color with RGB values of 108, 9, 246. It has a hue of 265°, 93% saturation, and 50% lightness in the HSL color space.
What is the RGB value of #6C09F6?
The RGB color code for #6C09F6 is rgb(108, 9, 246). This means it contains 108 red, 9 green, and 246 blue in the RGB color model.
Is Violet a warm or cool color?
Violet (#6C09F6) is a cool color with a hue between 120-300° on the color wheel.
How do I use #6C09F6 in CSS?
You can use #6C09F6 in CSS with: background-color: #6C09F6; or color: #6C09F6; or as an RGB value: rgb(108, 9, 246). For print design, use CMYK: 56%, 96%, 0%, 4%.