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Magenta

#DF12ED

Magenta is a cool medium color with the hex code #DF12ED. This vibrant hue can be represented as RGB 223, 18, 237 in digital design or CMYK 6%, 92%, 0%, 7% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Magenta Color Values

HEX
#DF12ED
RGB
223, 18, 237
HSL
296°, 86%, 50%
CMYK
6, 92, 0, 7

Shades & Tints

Darker Lighter

About this color

Magenta sits at 296° on the color wheel, placing it in the cool color family, typically conveying calm and professionalism. With 86% saturation and 50% lightness, this vibrant medium hue balances visibility with restraint.

In digital design, cool colors like Magenta work well for backgrounds, navigation, and establishing trust. Medium-toned colors offer versatility across both light and dark design themes.

When using Magenta in print, the CMYK breakdown of 6%, 92%, 0%, 7% 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 Magenta

CSS Variable 

:root {
  --brand-primary: #DF12ED;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 223, 18, 237;
}

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

Tailwind Config 

colors: {
  brand: '#DF12ED',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK) 

C: 6%
M: 92%
Y: 0%
K: 7%

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

RGB for Screens 

rgb(223, 18, 237)
rgba(223, 18, 237, 0.8)

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

Brands Using the Same Hue

2 brand s with colors near 296° on the color wheel

Nubank logo
Nubank
Deezer logo
Deezer

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #DF12ED?
#DF12ED is Magenta, a cool medium color with RGB values of 223, 18, 237. It has a hue of 296°, 86% saturation, and 50% lightness in the HSL color space.
What is the RGB value of #DF12ED?
The RGB color code for #DF12ED is rgb(223, 18, 237). This means it contains 223 red, 18 green, and 237 blue in the RGB color model.
Is Magenta a warm or cool color?
Magenta (#DF12ED) is a cool color with a hue between 120-300° on the color wheel.
How do I use #DF12ED in CSS?
You can use #DF12ED in CSS with: background-color: #DF12ED; or color: #DF12ED; or as an RGB value: rgb(223, 18, 237). For print design, use CMYK: 6%, 92%, 0%, 7%.

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