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Amethyst

#9F6EC4

Amethyst is a cool light color with the hex code #9F6EC4. This moderately saturated hue can be represented as RGB 159, 110, 196 in digital design or CMYK 19%, 44%, 0%, 23% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Amethyst Color Values

HEX
#9F6EC4
RGB
159, 110, 196
HSL
274°, 42%, 60%
CMYK
19, 44, 0, 23

About this color

Amethyst sits at 274° on the color wheel, placing it in the cool color family, typically conveying calm and professionalism. With 42% 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 19%, 44%, 0%, 23% ensures accurate color reproduction. This balanced CMYK profile should reproduce consistently across different printing methods.

How to use Amethyst

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #9F6EC4;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 159, 110, 196;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#9F6EC4',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 19%
M: 44%
Y: 0%
K: 23%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(159, 110, 196)
rgba(159, 110, 196, 0.8)

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

Brands Using the Same Hue

4 brand s with colors near 274° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #9F6EC4?
#9F6EC4 is Amethyst, a cool light color with RGB values of 159, 110, 196. It has a hue of 274°, 42% saturation, and 60% lightness in the HSL color space.
What is the RGB value of #9F6EC4?
The RGB color code for #9F6EC4 is rgb(159, 110, 196). This means it contains 159 red, 110 green, and 196 blue in the RGB color model.
Is Amethyst a warm or cool color?
Amethyst (#9F6EC4) is a cool color with a hue between 120-300° on the color wheel.
How do I use #9F6EC4 in CSS?
You can use #9F6EC4 in CSS with: background-color: #9F6EC4; or color: #9F6EC4; or as an RGB value: rgb(159, 110, 196). For print design, use CMYK: 19%, 44%, 0%, 23%.