Mauve

Q: How do I use #E3AAEE in CSS?

You can use #E3AAEE in CSS with: background-color: #E3AAEE; or color: #E3AAEE; or as an RGB value: rgb(227, 170, 238). For print design, use CMYK: 5%, 29%, 0%, 7%.

#E3AAEE

Mauve is a cool light color with the hex code #E3AAEE. This vibrant hue can be represented as RGB 227, 170, 238 in digital design or CMYK 5%, 29%, 0%, 7% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Mauve Color Values

HEX: #E3AAEE
RGB: 227, 170, 238
HSL: 290°, 67%, 80%
CMYK: 5, 29, 0, 7

Shades & Tints

Darker Lighter

About this color

Mauve sits at 290° on the color wheel, placing it in the cool color family, typically conveying calm and professionalism. With 67% 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 5%, 29%, 0%, 7% ensures accurate color reproduction. This balanced CMYK profile should reproduce consistently across different printing methods.

Color Harmonies

Complementary

Analogous

Triadic

Split-Complementary

How to use Mauve

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #E3AAEE;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 227, 170, 238;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#E3AAEE',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 5%
M: 29%
Y: 0%
K: 7%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(227, 170, 238)
rgba(227, 170, 238, 0.8)

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

Brands Using the Same Hue

3 brand s with colors near 290° on the color wheel

Nubank

Deezer

Figma

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #E3AAEE?

#E3AAEE is Mauve, a cool light color with RGB values of 227, 170, 238. It has a hue of 290°, 67% saturation, and 80% lightness in the HSL color space.

What is the RGB value of #E3AAEE?

The RGB color code for #E3AAEE is rgb(227, 170, 238). This means it contains 227 red, 170 green, and 238 blue in the RGB color model.

Is Mauve a warm or cool color?

Mauve (#E3AAEE) is a cool color with a hue between 120-300° on the color wheel.

How do I use #E3AAEE in CSS?

You can use #E3AAEE in CSS with: background-color: #E3AAEE; or color: #E3AAEE; or as an RGB value: rgb(227, 170, 238). For print design, use CMYK: 5%, 29%, 0%, 7%.