Amethyst is a
cool light color with the hex code #8063CF.
This moderately saturated hue can be represented as RGB
128, 99, 207 in digital design or CMYK 38%, 52%, 0%, 19% for print applications.
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Amethyst
#8063CF
Amethyst Color Values
- HEX
- #8063CF
- RGB
- 128, 99, 207
- HSL
- 256°, 53%, 60%
- CMYK
- 38, 52, 0, 19
Shades & Tints
Darker Lighter
About this color
Amethyst sits at 256° on the color wheel, placing it in the cool color family, typically conveying calm and professionalism. With 53% saturation and 60% lightness, this moderately saturated light hue balances visibility with restraint.
In digital design, cool colors like Amethyst work well for backgrounds, navigation, and establishing trust. Light colors are ideal for backgrounds and creating breathing room in layouts.
When using Amethyst in print, the CMYK breakdown of 38%, 52%, 0%, 19% 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 Amethyst
CSS Variable
:root {
--brand-primary: #8063CF;
--brand-primary-rgb: 128, 99, 207;
}Define as a CSS custom property for consistent theming across your site.
Tailwind Config
colors: {
brand: '#8063CF',
}
Add to your Tailwind config to use classes like bg-brand.
Print Design (CMYK)
C: 38%
M: 52%
Y: 0%
K: 19%Use these CMYK values in Adobe Illustrator, InDesign, or print specifications.
RGB for Screens
rgb(128, 99, 207)
rgba(128, 99, 207, 0.8)Use RGB notation for compatibility or add alpha channel for transparency.
Brands Using the Same Hue
9 brand s with colors near 256° on the color wheel
Frequently Asked Questions
What color is #8063CF?
#8063CF is Amethyst, a cool light color with RGB values of 128, 99, 207. It has a hue of 256°, 53%
saturation, and 60% lightness in the HSL color
space.
What is the RGB value of #8063CF?
The RGB color code for #8063CF is rgb(128, 99, 207). This means it contains 128 red,
99 green, and 207 blue in the RGB color model.
Is Amethyst a warm or cool color?
Amethyst (#8063CF) is a cool color with a hue between 120-300° on the color wheel.
How do I use #8063CF in CSS?
You can use #8063CF in CSS with:
background-color: #8063CF; or color: #8063CF; or as an RGB value: rgb(128, 99, 207). For print design, use CMYK: 38%, 52%, 0%, 19%.