Amethyst is a
cool light color with the hex code #C964CE.
This moderately saturated hue can be represented as RGB
201, 100, 206 in digital design or CMYK 2%, 51%, 0%, 19% for print applications.
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Amethyst
#C964CE
Amethyst Color Values
- HEX
- #C964CE
- RGB
- 201, 100, 206
- HSL
- 297°, 52%, 60%
- CMYK
- 2, 51, 0, 19
Shades & Tints
Darker Lighter
About this color
Amethyst sits at 297° on the color wheel, placing it in the cool color family, typically conveying calm and professionalism. With 52% saturation and 60% lightness, this moderately saturated light hue balances visibility with restraint.
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 2%, 51%, 0%, 19% 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 Amethyst
CSS Variable
:root {
--brand-primary: #C964CE;
--brand-primary-rgb: 201, 100, 206;
}Define as a CSS custom property for consistent theming across your site.
Tailwind Config
colors: {
brand: '#C964CE',
}
Add to your Tailwind config to use classes like bg-brand.
Print Design (CMYK)
C: 2%
M: 51%
Y: 0%
K: 19%Use these CMYK values in Adobe Illustrator, InDesign, or print specifications.
RGB for Screens
rgb(201, 100, 206)
rgba(201, 100, 206, 0.8)Use RGB notation for compatibility or add alpha channel for transparency.
Frequently Asked Questions
What color is #C964CE?
#C964CE is Amethyst, a cool light color with RGB values of 201, 100, 206. It has a hue of 297°, 52%
saturation, and 60% lightness in the HSL color
space.
What is the RGB value of #C964CE?
The RGB color code for #C964CE is rgb(201, 100, 206). This means it contains 201 red,
100 green, and 206 blue in the RGB color model.
Is Amethyst a warm or cool color?
Amethyst (#C964CE) is a cool color with a hue between 120-300° on the color wheel.
How do I use #C964CE in CSS?
You can use #C964CE in CSS with:
background-color: #C964CE; or color: #C964CE; or as an RGB value: rgb(201, 100, 206). For print design, use CMYK: 2%, 51%, 0%, 19%.