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Mauve

#E4A7F1

Mauve is a cool light color with the hex code #E4A7F1. This vibrant hue can be represented as RGB 228, 167, 241 in digital design or CMYK 5%, 31%, 0%, 5% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Mauve Color Values

HEX
#E4A7F1
RGB
228, 167, 241
HSL
289°, 73%, 80%
CMYK
5, 31, 0, 5

About this color

Mauve sits at 289° on the color wheel, placing it in the cool color family, typically conveying calm and professionalism. With 73% 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%, 31%, 0%, 5% ensures accurate color reproduction. This balanced CMYK profile should reproduce consistently across different printing methods.

How to use Mauve

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #E4A7F1;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 228, 167, 241;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#E4A7F1',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 5%
M: 31%
Y: 0%
K: 5%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(228, 167, 241)
rgba(228, 167, 241, 0.8)

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

Brands Using the Same Hue

4 brand s with colors near 289° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #E4A7F1?
#E4A7F1 is Mauve, a cool light color with RGB values of 228, 167, 241. It has a hue of 289°, 73% saturation, and 80% lightness in the HSL color space.
What is the RGB value of #E4A7F1?
The RGB color code for #E4A7F1 is rgb(228, 167, 241). This means it contains 228 red, 167 green, and 241 blue in the RGB color model.
Is Mauve a warm or cool color?
Mauve (#E4A7F1) is a cool color with a hue between 120-300° on the color wheel.
How do I use #E4A7F1 in CSS?
You can use #E4A7F1 in CSS with: background-color: #E4A7F1; or color: #E4A7F1; or as an RGB value: rgb(228, 167, 241). For print design, use CMYK: 5%, 31%, 0%, 5%.