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Lavender

#D09EFF

Lavender is a cool light color with the hex code #D09EFF. This vibrant hue can be represented as RGB 208, 158, 255 in digital design or CMYK 18%, 38%, 0%, 0% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Lavender Color Values

HEX
#D09EFF
RGB
208, 158, 255
HSL
271°, 100%, 81%
CMYK
18, 38, 0, 0

About this color

Lavender sits at 271° on the color wheel, placing it in the cool color family, typically conveying calm and professionalism. With 100% saturation and 81% lightness, this vibrant light hue creates strong visual impact and draws attention.

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 18%, 38%, 0%, 0% ensures accurate color reproduction. This balanced CMYK profile should reproduce consistently across different printing methods.

How to use Lavender

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #D09EFF;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 208, 158, 255;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#D09EFF',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 18%
M: 38%
Y: 0%
K: 0%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(208, 158, 255)
rgba(208, 158, 255, 0.8)

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

Brands Using the Same Hue

4 brand s with colors near 271° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #D09EFF?
#D09EFF is Lavender, a cool light color with RGB values of 208, 158, 255. It has a hue of 271°, 100% saturation, and 81% lightness in the HSL color space.
What is the RGB value of #D09EFF?
The RGB color code for #D09EFF is rgb(208, 158, 255). This means it contains 208 red, 158 green, and 255 blue in the RGB color model.
Is Lavender a warm or cool color?
Lavender (#D09EFF) is a cool color with a hue between 120-300° on the color wheel.
How do I use #D09EFF in CSS?
You can use #D09EFF in CSS with: background-color: #D09EFF; or color: #D09EFF; or as an RGB value: rgb(208, 158, 255). For print design, use CMYK: 18%, 38%, 0%, 0%.