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Amethyst

#8C67CB

Amethyst is a cool light color with the hex code #8C67CB. This moderately saturated hue can be represented as RGB 140, 103, 203 in digital design or CMYK 31%, 49%, 0%, 20% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Amethyst Color Values

HEX
#8C67CB
RGB
140, 103, 203
HSL
262°, 49%, 60%
CMYK
31, 49, 0, 20

About this color

Amethyst sits at 262° on the color wheel, placing it in the cool color family, typically conveying calm and professionalism. With 49% 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 31%, 49%, 0%, 20% ensures accurate color reproduction. This balanced CMYK profile should reproduce consistently across different printing methods.

How to use Amethyst

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #8C67CB;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 140, 103, 203;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#8C67CB',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 31%
M: 49%
Y: 0%
K: 20%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(140, 103, 203)
rgba(140, 103, 203, 0.8)

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

Brands Using the Same Hue

8 brand s with colors near 262° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #8C67CB?
#8C67CB is Amethyst, a cool light color with RGB values of 140, 103, 203. It has a hue of 262°, 49% saturation, and 60% lightness in the HSL color space.
What is the RGB value of #8C67CB?
The RGB color code for #8C67CB is rgb(140, 103, 203). This means it contains 140 red, 103 green, and 203 blue in the RGB color model.
Is Amethyst a warm or cool color?
Amethyst (#8C67CB) is a cool color with a hue between 120-300° on the color wheel.
How do I use #8C67CB in CSS?
You can use #8C67CB in CSS with: background-color: #8C67CB; or color: #8C67CB; or as an RGB value: rgb(140, 103, 203). For print design, use CMYK: 31%, 49%, 0%, 20%.