Deep Purple

Q: How do I use #8E1BB1 in CSS?

You can use #8E1BB1 in CSS with: background-color: #8E1BB1; or color: #8E1BB1; or as an RGB value: rgb(142, 27, 177). For print design, use CMYK: 20%, 85%, 0%, 31%.

#8E1BB1

Deep Purple is a cool medium color with the hex code #8E1BB1. This vibrant hue can be represented as RGB 142, 27, 177 in digital design or CMYK 20%, 85%, 0%, 31% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Deep Purple Color Values

HEX: #8E1BB1
RGB: 142, 27, 177
HSL: 286°, 74%, 40%
CMYK: 20, 85, 0, 31

Shades & Tints

Darker Lighter

About this color

Deep Purple sits at 286° on the color wheel, placing it in the cool color family, typically conveying calm and professionalism. With 74% saturation and 40% lightness, this vibrant medium hue balances visibility with restraint.

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

When using Deep Purple in print, the CMYK breakdown of 20%, 85%, 0%, 31% 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 Deep Purple

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #8E1BB1;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 142, 27, 177;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#8E1BB1',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 20%
M: 85%
Y: 0%
K: 31%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(142, 27, 177)
rgba(142, 27, 177, 0.8)

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

Brands Using the Same Hue

4 brand s with colors near 286° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #8E1BB1?

#8E1BB1 is Deep Purple, a cool medium color with RGB values of 142, 27, 177. It has a hue of 286°, 74% saturation, and 40% lightness in the HSL color space.

What is the RGB value of #8E1BB1?

The RGB color code for #8E1BB1 is rgb(142, 27, 177). This means it contains 142 red, 27 green, and 177 blue in the RGB color model.

Is Deep Purple a warm or cool color?

Deep Purple (#8E1BB1) is a cool color with a hue between 120-300° on the color wheel.

How do I use #8E1BB1 in CSS?

You can use #8E1BB1 in CSS with: background-color: #8E1BB1; or color: #8E1BB1; or as an RGB value: rgb(142, 27, 177). For print design, use CMYK: 20%, 85%, 0%, 31%.