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Lavender

#C29CDE

Lavender is a cool light color with the hex code #C29CDE. This moderately saturated hue can be represented as RGB 194, 156, 222 in digital design or CMYK 13%, 30%, 0%, 13% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Lavender Color Values

HEX
#C29CDE
RGB
194, 156, 222
HSL
275°, 50%, 74%
CMYK
13, 30, 0, 13

About this color

Lavender sits at 275° on the color wheel, placing it in the cool color family, typically conveying calm and professionalism. With 50% saturation and 74% 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 13%, 30%, 0%, 13% ensures accurate color reproduction. This balanced CMYK profile should reproduce consistently across different printing methods.

How to use Lavender

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #C29CDE;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 194, 156, 222;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#C29CDE',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 13%
M: 30%
Y: 0%
K: 13%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(194, 156, 222)
rgba(194, 156, 222, 0.8)

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

Brands Using the Same Hue

4 brand s with colors near 275° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #C29CDE?
#C29CDE is Lavender, a cool light color with RGB values of 194, 156, 222. It has a hue of 275°, 50% saturation, and 74% lightness in the HSL color space.
What is the RGB value of #C29CDE?
The RGB color code for #C29CDE is rgb(194, 156, 222). This means it contains 194 red, 156 green, and 222 blue in the RGB color model.
Is Lavender a warm or cool color?
Lavender (#C29CDE) is a cool color with a hue between 120-300° on the color wheel.
How do I use #C29CDE in CSS?
You can use #C29CDE in CSS with: background-color: #C29CDE; or color: #C29CDE; or as an RGB value: rgb(194, 156, 222). For print design, use CMYK: 13%, 30%, 0%, 13%.