Violet is a
cool medium color with the hex code #7C17E8.
This vibrant hue can be represented as RGB
124, 23, 232 in digital design or CMYK 47%, 90%, 0%, 9% for print applications.
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Violet
#7C17E8
Violet Color Values
- HEX
- #7C17E8
- RGB
- 124, 23, 232
- HSL
- 269°, 82%, 50%
- CMYK
- 47, 90, 0, 9
Shades & Tints
About this color
Violet sits at 269° on the color wheel, placing it in the cool color family, typically conveying calm and professionalism. With 82% 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 47%, 90%, 0%, 9% ensures accurate color reproduction. The bright CMYK values indicate this color relies on pure inks rather than black, maintaining vibrancy in print.
Color Harmonies
Complementary
Analogous
Triadic
Split-Complementary
How to use Violet
CSS Variable
:root {
--brand-primary: #7C17E8;
--brand-primary-rgb: 124, 23, 232;
} Define as a CSS custom property for consistent theming across your site.
Tailwind Config
colors: {
brand: '#7C17E8',
}
Add to your Tailwind config to use classes like bg-brand.
Print Design (CMYK)
C: 47%
M: 90%
Y: 0%
K: 9% Use these CMYK values in Adobe Illustrator, InDesign, or print specifications.
RGB for Screens
rgb(124, 23, 232)
rgba(124, 23, 232, 0.8) Use RGB notation for compatibility or add alpha channel for transparency.
Frequently Asked Questions
What color is #7C17E8?
What is the RGB value of #7C17E8?
Is Violet a warm or cool color?
How do I use #7C17E8 in CSS?
background-color: #7C17E8; or color: #7C17E8; or as an RGB value: rgb(124, 23, 232). For print design, use CMYK: 47%, 90%, 0%, 9%.