Lavender

Q: How do I use #BC8BDA in CSS?

You can use #BC8BDA in CSS with: background-color: #BC8BDA; or color: #BC8BDA; or as an RGB value: rgb(188, 139, 218). For print design, use CMYK: 14%, 36%, 0%, 15%.

#BC8BDA

Lavender is a cool light color with the hex code #BC8BDA. This moderately saturated hue can be represented as RGB 188, 139, 218 in digital design or CMYK 14%, 36%, 0%, 15% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Lavender Color Values

HEX: #BC8BDA
RGB: 188, 139, 218
HSL: 277°, 52%, 70%
CMYK: 14, 36, 0, 15

Shades & Tints

Darker Lighter

About this color

Lavender sits at 277° on the color wheel, placing it in the cool color family, typically conveying calm and professionalism. With 52% saturation and 70% lightness, this moderately saturated light hue balances visibility with restraint.

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 14%, 36%, 0%, 15% 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: #BC8BDA;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 188, 139, 218;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#BC8BDA',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 14%
M: 36%
Y: 0%
K: 15%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(188, 139, 218)
rgba(188, 139, 218, 0.8)

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

Brands Using the Same Hue

4 brand s with colors near 277° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #BC8BDA?

#BC8BDA is Lavender, a cool light color with RGB values of 188, 139, 218. It has a hue of 277°, 52% saturation, and 70% lightness in the HSL color space.

What is the RGB value of #BC8BDA?

The RGB color code for #BC8BDA is rgb(188, 139, 218). This means it contains 188 red, 139 green, and 218 blue in the RGB color model.

Is Lavender a warm or cool color?

Lavender (#BC8BDA) is a cool color with a hue between 120-300° on the color wheel.

How do I use #BC8BDA in CSS?

You can use #BC8BDA in CSS with: background-color: #BC8BDA; or color: #BC8BDA; or as an RGB value: rgb(188, 139, 218). For print design, use CMYK: 14%, 36%, 0%, 15%.