Amethyst

Q: How do I use #A178ED in CSS?

You can use #A178ED in CSS with: background-color: #A178ED; or color: #A178ED; or as an RGB value: rgb(161, 120, 237). For print design, use CMYK: 32%, 49%, 0%, 7%.

#A178ED

Amethyst is a cool light color with the hex code #A178ED. This vibrant hue can be represented as RGB 161, 120, 237 in digital design or CMYK 32%, 49%, 0%, 7% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Amethyst Color Values

HEX: #A178ED
RGB: 161, 120, 237
HSL: 261°, 76%, 70%
CMYK: 32, 49, 0, 7

Shades & Tints

Darker Lighter

About this color

Amethyst sits at 261° on the color wheel, placing it in the cool color family, typically conveying calm and professionalism. With 76% saturation and 70% lightness, this vibrant light hue creates strong visual impact and draws attention.

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 32%, 49%, 0%, 7% 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 Amethyst

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #A178ED;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 161, 120, 237;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#A178ED',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 32%
M: 49%
Y: 0%
K: 7%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(161, 120, 237)
rgba(161, 120, 237, 0.8)

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

Brands Using the Same Hue

8 brand s with colors near 261° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #A178ED?

#A178ED is Amethyst, a cool light color with RGB values of 161, 120, 237. It has a hue of 261°, 76% saturation, and 70% lightness in the HSL color space.

What is the RGB value of #A178ED?

The RGB color code for #A178ED is rgb(161, 120, 237). This means it contains 161 red, 120 green, and 237 blue in the RGB color model.

Is Amethyst a warm or cool color?

Amethyst (#A178ED) is a cool color with a hue between 120-300° on the color wheel.

How do I use #A178ED in CSS?

You can use #A178ED in CSS with: background-color: #A178ED; or color: #A178ED; or as an RGB value: rgb(161, 120, 237). For print design, use CMYK: 32%, 49%, 0%, 7%.