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Deep Magenta

#C525DA

Deep Magenta is a cool medium color with the hex code #C525DA. This vibrant hue can be represented as RGB 197, 37, 218 in digital design or CMYK 10%, 83%, 0%, 15% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Deep Magenta Color Values

HEX
#C525DA
RGB
197, 37, 218
HSL
293°, 71%, 50%
CMYK
10, 83, 0, 15

Shades & Tints

Darker Lighter

About this color

Deep Magenta sits at 293° on the color wheel, placing it in the cool color family, typically conveying calm and professionalism. With 71% saturation and 50% lightness, this vibrant medium hue balances visibility with restraint.

In digital design, cool colors like Deep Magenta work well for backgrounds, navigation, and establishing trust. Medium-toned colors offer versatility across both light and dark design themes.

When using Deep Magenta in print, the CMYK breakdown of 10%, 83%, 0%, 15% 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 Deep Magenta

CSS Variable 

:root {
  --brand-primary: #C525DA;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 197, 37, 218;
}

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

Tailwind Config 

colors: {
  brand: '#C525DA',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK) 

C: 10%
M: 83%
Y: 0%
K: 15%

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

RGB for Screens 

rgb(197, 37, 218)
rgba(197, 37, 218, 0.8)

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

Brands Using the Same Hue

2 brand s with colors near 293° on the color wheel

Nubank logo
Nubank
Deezer logo
Deezer

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #C525DA?
#C525DA is Deep Magenta, a cool medium color with RGB values of 197, 37, 218. It has a hue of 293°, 71% saturation, and 50% lightness in the HSL color space.
What is the RGB value of #C525DA?
The RGB color code for #C525DA is rgb(197, 37, 218). This means it contains 197 red, 37 green, and 218 blue in the RGB color model.
Is Deep Magenta a warm or cool color?
Deep Magenta (#C525DA) is a cool color with a hue between 120-300° on the color wheel.
How do I use #C525DA in CSS?
You can use #C525DA in CSS with: background-color: #C525DA; or color: #C525DA; or as an RGB value: rgb(197, 37, 218). For print design, use CMYK: 10%, 83%, 0%, 15%.

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