Plum

Q: How do I use #8E5EA1 in CSS?

You can use #8E5EA1 in CSS with: background-color: #8E5EA1; or color: #8E5EA1; or as an RGB value: rgb(142, 94, 161). For print design, use CMYK: 12%, 42%, 0%, 37%.

#8E5EA1

Plum is a cool medium color with the hex code #8E5EA1. This muted hue can be represented as RGB 142, 94, 161 in digital design or CMYK 12%, 42%, 0%, 37% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Plum Color Values

HEX: #8E5EA1
RGB: 142, 94, 161
HSL: 283°, 26%, 50%
CMYK: 12, 42, 0, 37

Shades & Tints

Darker Lighter

About this color

Plum sits at 283° on the color wheel, placing it in the cool color family, typically conveying calm and professionalism. With 26% saturation and 50% 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 12%, 42%, 0%, 37% 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: #8E5EA1;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 142, 94, 161;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#8E5EA1',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 12%
M: 42%
Y: 0%
K: 37%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(142, 94, 161)
rgba(142, 94, 161, 0.8)

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

Brands Using the Same Hue

4 brand s with colors near 283° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #8E5EA1?

#8E5EA1 is Plum, a cool medium color with RGB values of 142, 94, 161. It has a hue of 283°, 26% saturation, and 50% lightness in the HSL color space.

What is the RGB value of #8E5EA1?

The RGB color code for #8E5EA1 is rgb(142, 94, 161). This means it contains 142 red, 94 green, and 161 blue in the RGB color model.

Is Plum a warm or cool color?

Plum (#8E5EA1) is a cool color with a hue between 120-300° on the color wheel.

How do I use #8E5EA1 in CSS?

You can use #8E5EA1 in CSS with: background-color: #8E5EA1; or color: #8E5EA1; or as an RGB value: rgb(142, 94, 161). For print design, use CMYK: 12%, 42%, 0%, 37%.