Electric Purple

Q: How do I use #BB09F6 in CSS?

You can use #BB09F6 in CSS with: background-color: #BB09F6; or color: #BB09F6; or as an RGB value: rgb(187, 9, 246). For print design, use CMYK: 24%, 96%, 0%, 4%.

#BB09F6

Electric Purple is a cool medium color with the hex code #BB09F6. This vibrant hue can be represented as RGB 187, 9, 246 in digital design or CMYK 24%, 96%, 0%, 4% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Electric Purple Color Values

HEX: #BB09F6
RGB: 187, 9, 246
HSL: 285°, 93%, 50%
CMYK: 24, 96, 0, 4

Shades & Tints

Darker Lighter

About this color

Electric Purple sits at 285° on the color wheel, placing it in the cool color family, typically conveying calm and professionalism. With 93% 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 24%, 96%, 0%, 4% 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: #BB09F6;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 187, 9, 246;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#BB09F6',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 24%
M: 96%
Y: 0%
K: 4%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(187, 9, 246)
rgba(187, 9, 246, 0.8)

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

Brands Using the Same Hue

4 brand s with colors near 285° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #BB09F6?

#BB09F6 is Electric Purple, a cool medium color with RGB values of 187, 9, 246. It has a hue of 285°, 93% saturation, and 50% lightness in the HSL color space.

What is the RGB value of #BB09F6?

The RGB color code for #BB09F6 is rgb(187, 9, 246). This means it contains 187 red, 9 green, and 246 blue in the RGB color model.

Is Electric Purple a warm or cool color?

Electric Purple (#BB09F6) is a cool color with a hue between 120-300° on the color wheel.

How do I use #BB09F6 in CSS?

You can use #BB09F6 in CSS with: background-color: #BB09F6; or color: #BB09F6; or as an RGB value: rgb(187, 9, 246). For print design, use CMYK: 24%, 96%, 0%, 4%.