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Amethyst

#C873F2

Amethyst is a cool light color with the hex code #C873F2. This vibrant hue can be represented as RGB 200, 115, 242 in digital design or CMYK 17%, 52%, 0%, 5% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Amethyst Color Values

HEX
#C873F2
RGB
200, 115, 242
HSL
280°, 83%, 70%
CMYK
17, 52, 0, 5

About this color

Amethyst sits at 280° on the color wheel, placing it in the cool color family, typically conveying calm and professionalism. With 83% 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 17%, 52%, 0%, 5% 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: #C873F2;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 200, 115, 242;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#C873F2',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 17%
M: 52%
Y: 0%
K: 5%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(200, 115, 242)
rgba(200, 115, 242, 0.8)

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

Brands Using the Same Hue

4 brand s with colors near 280° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #C873F2?
#C873F2 is Amethyst, a cool light color with RGB values of 200, 115, 242. It has a hue of 280°, 83% saturation, and 70% lightness in the HSL color space.
What is the RGB value of #C873F2?
The RGB color code for #C873F2 is rgb(200, 115, 242). This means it contains 200 red, 115 green, and 242 blue in the RGB color model.
Is Amethyst a warm or cool color?
Amethyst (#C873F2) is a cool color with a hue between 120-300° on the color wheel.
How do I use #C873F2 in CSS?
You can use #C873F2 in CSS with: background-color: #C873F2; or color: #C873F2; or as an RGB value: rgb(200, 115, 242). For print design, use CMYK: 17%, 52%, 0%, 5%.