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Violet

#9805FA

Violet is a cool medium color with the hex code #9805FA. This vibrant hue can be represented as RGB 152, 5, 250 in digital design or CMYK 39%, 98%, 0%, 2% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Violet Color Values

HEX
#9805FA
RGB
152, 5, 250
HSL
276°, 96%, 50%
CMYK
39, 98, 0, 2

About this color

Violet sits at 276° on the color wheel, placing it in the cool color family, typically conveying calm and professionalism. With 96% saturation and 50% lightness, this vibrant medium hue balances visibility with restraint.

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

When using Violet in print, the CMYK breakdown of 39%, 98%, 0%, 2% 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 Violet

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #9805FA;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 152, 5, 250;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#9805FA',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 39%
M: 98%
Y: 0%
K: 2%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(152, 5, 250)
rgba(152, 5, 250, 0.8)

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

Brands Using the Same Hue

4 brand s with colors near 276° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #9805FA?
#9805FA is Violet, a cool medium color with RGB values of 152, 5, 250. It has a hue of 276°, 96% saturation, and 50% lightness in the HSL color space.
What is the RGB value of #9805FA?
The RGB color code for #9805FA is rgb(152, 5, 250). This means it contains 152 red, 5 green, and 250 blue in the RGB color model.
Is Violet a warm or cool color?
Violet (#9805FA) is a cool color with a hue between 120-300° on the color wheel.
How do I use #9805FA in CSS?
You can use #9805FA in CSS with: background-color: #9805FA; or color: #9805FA; or as an RGB value: rgb(152, 5, 250). For print design, use CMYK: 39%, 98%, 0%, 2%.