Amethyst

Q: How do I use #A27BEA in CSS?

You can use #A27BEA in CSS with: background-color: #A27BEA; or color: #A27BEA; or as an RGB value: rgb(162, 123, 234). For print design, use CMYK: 31%, 47%, 0%, 8%.

#A27BEA

Amethyst is a cool light color with the hex code #A27BEA. This vibrant hue can be represented as RGB 162, 123, 234 in digital design or CMYK 31%, 47%, 0%, 8% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Amethyst Color Values

HEX: #A27BEA
RGB: 162, 123, 234
HSL: 261°, 73%, 70%
CMYK: 31, 47, 0, 8

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 73% 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 31%, 47%, 0%, 8% 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: #A27BEA;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 162, 123, 234;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#A27BEA',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 31%
M: 47%
Y: 0%
K: 8%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(162, 123, 234)
rgba(162, 123, 234, 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 #A27BEA?

#A27BEA is Amethyst, a cool light color with RGB values of 162, 123, 234. It has a hue of 261°, 73% saturation, and 70% lightness in the HSL color space.

What is the RGB value of #A27BEA?

The RGB color code for #A27BEA is rgb(162, 123, 234). This means it contains 162 red, 123 green, and 234 blue in the RGB color model.

Is Amethyst a warm or cool color?

Amethyst (#A27BEA) is a cool color with a hue between 120-300° on the color wheel.

How do I use #A27BEA in CSS?

You can use #A27BEA in CSS with: background-color: #A27BEA; or color: #A27BEA; or as an RGB value: rgb(162, 123, 234). For print design, use CMYK: 31%, 47%, 0%, 8%.