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Mauve

#DBA5EE

Mauve is a cool light color with the hex code #DBA5EE. This vibrant hue can be represented as RGB 219, 165, 238 in digital design or CMYK 8%, 31%, 0%, 7% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Mauve Color Values

HEX
#DBA5EE
RGB
219, 165, 238
HSL
284°, 68%, 79%
CMYK
8, 31, 0, 7

About this color

Mauve sits at 284° on the color wheel, placing it in the cool color family, typically conveying calm and professionalism. With 68% saturation and 79% 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 8%, 31%, 0%, 7% ensures accurate color reproduction. This balanced CMYK profile should reproduce consistently across different printing methods.

How to use Mauve

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #DBA5EE;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 219, 165, 238;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#DBA5EE',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 8%
M: 31%
Y: 0%
K: 7%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(219, 165, 238)
rgba(219, 165, 238, 0.8)

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

Brands Using the Same Hue

4 brand s with colors near 284° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #DBA5EE?
#DBA5EE is Mauve, a cool light color with RGB values of 219, 165, 238. It has a hue of 284°, 68% saturation, and 79% lightness in the HSL color space.
What is the RGB value of #DBA5EE?
The RGB color code for #DBA5EE is rgb(219, 165, 238). This means it contains 219 red, 165 green, and 238 blue in the RGB color model.
Is Mauve a warm or cool color?
Mauve (#DBA5EE) is a cool color with a hue between 120-300° on the color wheel.
How do I use #DBA5EE in CSS?
You can use #DBA5EE in CSS with: background-color: #DBA5EE; or color: #DBA5EE; or as an RGB value: rgb(219, 165, 238). For print design, use CMYK: 8%, 31%, 0%, 7%.