Electric Purple

Q: How do I use #A314EB in CSS?

You can use #A314EB in CSS with: background-color: #A314EB; or color: #A314EB; or as an RGB value: rgb(163, 20, 235). For print design, use CMYK: 31%, 91%, 0%, 8%.

#A314EB

Electric Purple is a cool medium color with the hex code #A314EB. This vibrant hue can be represented as RGB 163, 20, 235 in digital design or CMYK 31%, 91%, 0%, 8% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Electric Purple Color Values

HEX: #A314EB
RGB: 163, 20, 235
HSL: 280°, 84%, 50%
CMYK: 31, 91, 0, 8

Shades & Tints

Darker Lighter

About this color

Electric Purple sits at 280° on the color wheel, placing it in the cool color family, typically conveying calm and professionalism. With 84% saturation and 50% lightness, this vibrant medium hue balances visibility with restraint.

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

When using Electric Purple in print, the CMYK breakdown of 31%, 91%, 0%, 8% ensures accurate color reproduction. The bright CMYK values indicate this color relies on pure inks rather than black, maintaining vibrancy in print.

Color Harmonies

Complementary

Analogous

Triadic

Split-Complementary

How to use Electric Purple

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #A314EB;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 163, 20, 235;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#A314EB',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 31%
M: 91%
Y: 0%
K: 8%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(163, 20, 235)
rgba(163, 20, 235, 0.8)

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

Brands Using the Same Hue

4 brand s with colors near 280° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #A314EB?

#A314EB is Electric Purple, a cool medium color with RGB values of 163, 20, 235. It has a hue of 280°, 84% saturation, and 50% lightness in the HSL color space.

What is the RGB value of #A314EB?

The RGB color code for #A314EB is rgb(163, 20, 235). This means it contains 163 red, 20 green, and 235 blue in the RGB color model.

Is Electric Purple a warm or cool color?

Electric Purple (#A314EB) is a cool color with a hue between 120-300° on the color wheel.

How do I use #A314EB in CSS?

You can use #A314EB in CSS with: background-color: #A314EB; or color: #A314EB; or as an RGB value: rgb(163, 20, 235). For print design, use CMYK: 31%, 91%, 0%, 8%.