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Amethyst

#B575F0

Amethyst is a cool light color with the hex code #B575F0. This vibrant hue can be represented as RGB 181, 117, 240 in digital design or CMYK 25%, 51%, 0%, 6% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Amethyst Color Values

HEX
#B575F0
RGB
181, 117, 240
HSL
271°, 80%, 70%
CMYK
25, 51, 0, 6

About this color

Amethyst sits at 271° on the color wheel, placing it in the cool color family, typically conveying calm and professionalism. With 80% 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 25%, 51%, 0%, 6% ensures accurate color reproduction. The bright CMYK values indicate this color relies on pure inks rather than black, maintaining vibrancy in print.

How to use Amethyst

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #B575F0;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 181, 117, 240;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#B575F0',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 25%
M: 51%
Y: 0%
K: 6%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(181, 117, 240)
rgba(181, 117, 240, 0.8)

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

Brands Using the Same Hue

4 brand s with colors near 271° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #B575F0?
#B575F0 is Amethyst, a cool light color with RGB values of 181, 117, 240. It has a hue of 271°, 80% saturation, and 70% lightness in the HSL color space.
What is the RGB value of #B575F0?
The RGB color code for #B575F0 is rgb(181, 117, 240). This means it contains 181 red, 117 green, and 240 blue in the RGB color model.
Is Amethyst a warm or cool color?
Amethyst (#B575F0) is a cool color with a hue between 120-300° on the color wheel.
How do I use #B575F0 in CSS?
You can use #B575F0 in CSS with: background-color: #B575F0; or color: #B575F0; or as an RGB value: rgb(181, 117, 240). For print design, use CMYK: 25%, 51%, 0%, 6%.