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Amethyst

#8E64CE

Amethyst is a cool light color with the hex code #8E64CE. This moderately saturated hue can be represented as RGB 142, 100, 206 in digital design or CMYK 31%, 51%, 0%, 19% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Amethyst Color Values

HEX
#8E64CE
RGB
142, 100, 206
HSL
264°, 52%, 60%
CMYK
31, 51, 0, 19

About this color

Amethyst sits at 264° on the color wheel, placing it in the cool color family, typically conveying calm and professionalism. With 52% 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%, 51%, 0%, 19% ensures accurate color reproduction. The bright CMYK values indicate this color relies on pure inks rather than black, maintaining vibrancy in print.

How to use Amethyst

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #8E64CE;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 142, 100, 206;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#8E64CE',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 31%
M: 51%
Y: 0%
K: 19%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(142, 100, 206)
rgba(142, 100, 206, 0.8)

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

Brands Using the Same Hue

6 brand s with colors near 264° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #8E64CE?
#8E64CE is Amethyst, a cool light color with RGB values of 142, 100, 206. It has a hue of 264°, 52% saturation, and 60% lightness in the HSL color space.
What is the RGB value of #8E64CE?
The RGB color code for #8E64CE is rgb(142, 100, 206). This means it contains 142 red, 100 green, and 206 blue in the RGB color model.
Is Amethyst a warm or cool color?
Amethyst (#8E64CE) is a cool color with a hue between 120-300° on the color wheel.
How do I use #8E64CE in CSS?
You can use #8E64CE in CSS with: background-color: #8E64CE; or color: #8E64CE; or as an RGB value: rgb(142, 100, 206). For print design, use CMYK: 31%, 51%, 0%, 19%.