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Violet

#7514EB

Violet is a cool medium color with the hex code #7514EB. This vibrant hue can be represented as RGB 117, 20, 235 in digital design or CMYK 50%, 91%, 0%, 8% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Violet Color Values

HEX
#7514EB
RGB
117, 20, 235
HSL
267°, 84%, 50%
CMYK
50, 91, 0, 8

About this color

Violet sits at 267° on the color wheel, placing it in the cool color family, typically conveying calm and professionalism. With 84% 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 50%, 91%, 0%, 8% 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: #7514EB;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 117, 20, 235;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#7514EB',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 50%
M: 91%
Y: 0%
K: 8%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(117, 20, 235)
rgba(117, 20, 235, 0.8)

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

Brands Using the Same Hue

6 brand s with colors near 267° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #7514EB?
#7514EB is Violet, a cool medium color with RGB values of 117, 20, 235. It has a hue of 267°, 84% saturation, and 50% lightness in the HSL color space.
What is the RGB value of #7514EB?
The RGB color code for #7514EB is rgb(117, 20, 235). This means it contains 117 red, 20 green, and 235 blue in the RGB color model.
Is Violet a warm or cool color?
Violet (#7514EB) is a cool color with a hue between 120-300° on the color wheel.
How do I use #7514EB in CSS?
You can use #7514EB in CSS with: background-color: #7514EB; or color: #7514EB; or as an RGB value: rgb(117, 20, 235). For print design, use CMYK: 50%, 91%, 0%, 8%.