Plum

Q: How do I use #764D80 in CSS?

You can use #764D80 in CSS with: background-color: #764D80; or color: #764D80; or as an RGB value: rgb(118, 77, 128). For print design, use CMYK: 8%, 40%, 0%, 50%.

#764D80

Plum is a cool medium color with the hex code #764D80. This muted hue can be represented as RGB 118, 77, 128 in digital design or CMYK 8%, 40%, 0%, 50% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Plum Color Values

HEX: #764D80
RGB: 118, 77, 128
HSL: 288°, 25%, 40%
CMYK: 8, 40, 0, 50

Shades & Tints

Darker Lighter

About this color

Plum sits at 288° on the color wheel, placing it in the cool color family, typically conveying calm and professionalism. With 25% saturation and 40% lightness, this muted medium hue balances visibility with restraint.

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

When using Plum in print, the CMYK breakdown of 8%, 40%, 0%, 50% 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 Plum

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #764D80;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 118, 77, 128;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#764D80',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 8%
M: 40%
Y: 0%
K: 50%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(118, 77, 128)
rgba(118, 77, 128, 0.8)

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

Brands Using the Same Hue

4 brand s with colors near 288° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #764D80?

#764D80 is Plum, a cool medium color with RGB values of 118, 77, 128. It has a hue of 288°, 25% saturation, and 40% lightness in the HSL color space.

What is the RGB value of #764D80?

The RGB color code for #764D80 is rgb(118, 77, 128). This means it contains 118 red, 77 green, and 128 blue in the RGB color model.

Is Plum a warm or cool color?

Plum (#764D80) is a cool color with a hue between 120-300° on the color wheel.

How do I use #764D80 in CSS?

You can use #764D80 in CSS with: background-color: #764D80; or color: #764D80; or as an RGB value: rgb(118, 77, 128). For print design, use CMYK: 8%, 40%, 0%, 50%.