Mauve

Q: How do I use #D194E1 in CSS?

You can use #D194E1 in CSS with: background-color: #D194E1; or color: #D194E1; or as an RGB value: rgb(209, 148, 225). For print design, use CMYK: 7%, 34%, 0%, 12%.

#D194E1

Mauve is a cool light color with the hex code #D194E1. This moderately saturated hue can be represented as RGB 209, 148, 225 in digital design or CMYK 7%, 34%, 0%, 12% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Mauve color values

HEX: #D194E1
RGB: 209, 148, 225
HSL: 288°, 56%, 73%
CMYK: 7, 34, 0, 12

Shades & tints

Darker Lighter

About this color

Mauve sits at 288° on the color wheel with 56% saturation and 73% lightness, placing it in the violet-magenta segment of the spectrum. The moderate 56% saturation gives it enough color presence to register clearly without competing for dominance in a composition. The elevated lightness keeps it airy and open, well-suited to large surface areas without visual weight.

In digital environments, Mauve is rendered as rgb(209, 148, 225), where the blue channel is highest at 225, though it sits close to the other channels. This cool mid-tone is a reliable choice for UI chrome, informational states, and contexts that call for a calm, readable presence.

For print, Mauve translates to a CMYK breakdown of 7C 34M 0Y 12K. The low-to-moderate black value (12%) means the color's character in print comes primarily from its magenta ink content (34%), with black serving as a supporting shadow tone. No brands in the brandkit.pro library currently specify this exact hex as a named brand color.

Color harmonies

Complementary

Analogous

Triadic

Split-Complementary

How to use Mauve

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #D194E1;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 209, 148, 225;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#D194E1',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 7%
M: 34%
Y: 0%
K: 12%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(209, 148, 225)
rgba(209, 148, 225, 0.8)

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

Brands using similar hue

8 brand s with colors near 288° on the color wheel

Frequently asked questions

What color is #D194E1?

#D194E1 is Mauve, a cool light color with RGB values of 209, 148, 225. It has a hue of 288°, 56% saturation, and 73% lightness in the HSL color space.

What is the RGB value of #D194E1?

The RGB color code for #D194E1 is rgb(209, 148, 225). This means it contains 209 red, 148 green, and 225 blue in the RGB color model.

Is Mauve a warm or cool color?

Mauve (#D194E1) is a cool color with a hue between 120-300° on the color wheel.

How do I use #D194E1 in CSS?

You can use #D194E1 in CSS with: background-color: #D194E1; or color: #D194E1; or as an RGB value: rgb(209, 148, 225). For print design, use CMYK: 7%, 34%, 0%, 12%.