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Mauve

#D1ADEB

Mauve is a cool light color with the hex code #D1ADEB. This vibrant hue can be represented as RGB 209, 173, 235 in digital design or CMYK 11%, 26%, 0%, 8% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Mauve Color Values

HEX
#D1ADEB
RGB
209, 173, 235
HSL
275°, 61%, 80%
CMYK
11, 26, 0, 8

About this color

Mauve sits at 275° on the color wheel, placing it in the cool color family, typically conveying calm and professionalism. With 61% saturation and 80% lightness, this vibrant light hue creates strong visual impact and draws attention.

In digital design, cool colors like Mauve work well for backgrounds, navigation, and establishing trust. Light colors are ideal for backgrounds and creating breathing room in layouts.

When using Mauve in print, the CMYK breakdown of 11%, 26%, 0%, 8% ensures accurate color reproduction. This balanced CMYK profile should reproduce consistently across different printing methods.

How to use Mauve

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #D1ADEB;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 209, 173, 235;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#D1ADEB',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 11%
M: 26%
Y: 0%
K: 8%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(209, 173, 235)
rgba(209, 173, 235, 0.8)

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

Brands Using the Same Hue

4 brand s with colors near 275° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #D1ADEB?
#D1ADEB is Mauve, a cool light color with RGB values of 209, 173, 235. It has a hue of 275°, 61% saturation, and 80% lightness in the HSL color space.
What is the RGB value of #D1ADEB?
The RGB color code for #D1ADEB is rgb(209, 173, 235). This means it contains 209 red, 173 green, and 235 blue in the RGB color model.
Is Mauve a warm or cool color?
Mauve (#D1ADEB) is a cool color with a hue between 120-300° on the color wheel.
How do I use #D1ADEB in CSS?
You can use #D1ADEB in CSS with: background-color: #D1ADEB; or color: #D1ADEB; or as an RGB value: rgb(209, 173, 235). For print design, use CMYK: 11%, 26%, 0%, 8%.