Lavender

Q: How do I use #AC80B3 in CSS?

You can use #AC80B3 in CSS with: background-color: #AC80B3; or color: #AC80B3; or as an RGB value: rgb(172, 128, 179). For print design, use CMYK: 4%, 28%, 0%, 30%.

#AC80B3

Lavender is a cool light color with the hex code #AC80B3. This muted hue can be represented as RGB 172, 128, 179 in digital design or CMYK 4%, 28%, 0%, 30% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Lavender Color Values

HEX: #AC80B3
RGB: 172, 128, 179
HSL: 292°, 25%, 60%
CMYK: 4, 28, 0, 30

Shades & Tints

Darker Lighter

About this color

Lavender sits at 292° on the color wheel, placing it in the cool color family, typically conveying calm and professionalism. With 25% saturation and 60% lightness, this muted light hue provides subtle, elegant backgrounds.

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 4%, 28%, 0%, 30% 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: #AC80B3;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 172, 128, 179;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#AC80B3',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 4%
M: 28%
Y: 0%
K: 30%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(172, 128, 179)
rgba(172, 128, 179, 0.8)

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

Brands Using the Same Hue

2 brand s with colors near 292° on the color wheel

Nubank

Deezer

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #AC80B3?

#AC80B3 is Lavender, a cool light color with RGB values of 172, 128, 179. It has a hue of 292°, 25% saturation, and 60% lightness in the HSL color space.

What is the RGB value of #AC80B3?

The RGB color code for #AC80B3 is rgb(172, 128, 179). This means it contains 172 red, 128 green, and 179 blue in the RGB color model.

Is Lavender a warm or cool color?

Lavender (#AC80B3) is a cool color with a hue between 120-300° on the color wheel.

How do I use #AC80B3 in CSS?

You can use #AC80B3 in CSS with: background-color: #AC80B3; or color: #AC80B3; or as an RGB value: rgb(172, 128, 179). For print design, use CMYK: 4%, 28%, 0%, 30%.