Lavender

Q: How do I use #988BDA in CSS?

You can use #988BDA in CSS with: background-color: #988BDA; or color: #988BDA; or as an RGB value: rgb(152, 139, 218). For print design, use CMYK: 30%, 36%, 0%, 15%.

#988BDA

Lavender is a cool light color with the hex code #988BDA. This moderately saturated hue can be represented as RGB 152, 139, 218 in digital design or CMYK 30%, 36%, 0%, 15% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Lavender Color Values

HEX: #988BDA
RGB: 152, 139, 218
HSL: 250°, 52%, 70%
CMYK: 30, 36, 0, 15

Shades & Tints

Darker Lighter

About this color

Lavender sits at 250° on the color wheel, placing it in the cool color family, typically conveying calm and professionalism. With 52% saturation and 70% lightness, this moderately saturated light hue balances visibility with restraint.

In digital design, cool colors like Lavender work well for backgrounds, navigation, and establishing trust. Light colors are ideal for backgrounds and creating breathing room in layouts.

When using Lavender in print, the CMYK breakdown of 30%, 36%, 0%, 15% 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 Lavender

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #988BDA;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 152, 139, 218;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#988BDA',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 30%
M: 36%
Y: 0%
K: 15%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(152, 139, 218)
rgba(152, 139, 218, 0.8)

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

Brands Using the Same Hue

10 brand s with colors near 250° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #988BDA?

#988BDA is Lavender, a cool light color with RGB values of 152, 139, 218. It has a hue of 250°, 52% saturation, and 70% lightness in the HSL color space.

What is the RGB value of #988BDA?

The RGB color code for #988BDA is rgb(152, 139, 218). This means it contains 152 red, 139 green, and 218 blue in the RGB color model.

Is Lavender a warm or cool color?

Lavender (#988BDA) is a cool color with a hue between 120-300° on the color wheel.

How do I use #988BDA in CSS?

You can use #988BDA in CSS with: background-color: #988BDA; or color: #988BDA; or as an RGB value: rgb(152, 139, 218). For print design, use CMYK: 30%, 36%, 0%, 15%.