Lilac has a more feminine aura and is a more graceful, mature color than pink. Lilac is typically connected with feminine characteristics such as affection, sensitivity, and care. According to color psychology theories , the Lilac hue is associated with sociability, open-mindedness, and naivety.
Lilac Purple Color
Lilac Purple has the hex code #A183C0. The equivalent RGB values are (161, 131, 192), which means it is composed of 33% red, 27% green and 40% blue. The CMYK color codes, used in printers, are C:16 M:32 Y:0 K:25. In the HSV/HSB scale, Lilac Purple has a hue of 270°, 32% saturation and a brightness value of 75%.
Details of other color codes including equivalent web safe and HTML & CSS colors are given in the table below. Also listed are the closest Pantone® (PMS) and RAL colors.
Lilac Purple is an RAL Design color with the number 310 60 35. Different from the Classic list, the RAL Design catalogue specifies colors for interiors. RAL is a well-known color matching system used in several European countries including Germany, France, Italy and the UK.
Lilac Purple hex code is #A183C0 with equivalent RGB (161, 131, 192). You can use these along with HSL values in HTML and CSS code to display the color on web pages. Please also note that the CMYK values and the corresponding Pantone (PMS) number mentioned on this page have been calculated from the hex code and are only approximations.
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Lilac Purple Color Codes
| Hex Code | #A183C0 |
| RGB Values | (161, 131, 192) |
| CMYK Values | (16%, 32%, 0%, 25%) |
| HSV/HSB Values | (270°, 32%, 75%) |
| Closest Web Safe | #9999CC |
| Inverse Color | #5E7C3F [Fern Green] |
| Closest Pantone® | 2577 C |
| Closest RAL | 7040 [Window grey] |
| Complementary Color | #A2C083 [Olivine] |
| Lilac Purple Converted to Grayscale Codes | |
|---|---|
| Simple Average | #A1A1A1 |
| Desaturated | #A2A2A2 |
| Weighted Average (Most Common) | #939393 |
| Weighted Average (Luma) | #8E8E8E |
| Weighted Average (Gamma Adjusted) | #BEBEBE |
Complementary Palette
The complement of Lilac Purple is Olivine with the hex code #A2C083. Complementary colors are those found at the opposite ends of the color wheel. Thus, as per the RGB system, the best contrast to #A183C0 color is offered by #A2C083. The complementary color palette is easiest to use and work with. Studies have shown that contrasting color palette is the best way to grab a viewer’s attention.
A183C0 A2C083
Analogous Palette
The analogous colors of Lilac Purple (#A183C0) are African Violet (#C083C0) and Ube (#8384C0). In the RGB color wheel, these two analogous colors occur to the right and left of Lilac Purple with a 30° separation on either side. An analogous color palette is extremely soothing to the eyes and works wonders if your main color is soft or pastel.
A183C0 C083C0 8384C0
Split-Complementary Palette
As per the RGB color wheel, the split-complementary colors of Lilac Purple (#A183C0) are #C0C083 (Sage) and #84C083 (Dark Sea Green). A split-complementary color palette consists of the main color along with those on either side (30°) of the complementary color. Based on our research, usage of split-complementary palettes is on the rise online, especially in graphics and web sites designs. It may be because it is not as contrasting as the complementary color palette and, hence, results in a combination which is pleasant to the eyes.
A183C0 C0C083 84C083
Triadic Palette
Lilac Purple triadic color palette has three colors each of which is separated by 120° in the RGB wheel. Thus, #C0A183 (Pale Taupe) and #83C0A1 (Eton Blue) along with #A183C0 create a stunning and beautiful triadic palette with the maximum variation in hue and, therefore, offering the best possible contrast when taken together.
A183C0 C0A183 83C0A1
Tetradic Palette
The tetradic palette of Lilac Purple has four colors – #C0A183 (Pale Taupe), #A2C083 (Olivine) and #83A2C0 (Pewter Blue) in addition to the base color (#A183C0). A tetradic color palette is complex and, in most cases, should not be used off-the-shelf. We suggest tweaking the colors slightly to achieve desired results.
A183C0 C0A183 A2C083 83A2C0
Square Palette
Lilac Purple square color palette has #C08384 (Old Rose), #A2C083 (Olivine) and #83C0C0 (Dark Sky Blue). Quite like triadic, the hues in a square palette are at the maximum distance from each other, which is 90°.
Note: For several colors purposes, a square palette may look much better than the tetrad color palette.
A183C0 C08384 A2C083 83C0C0
Lilac Purple Color Rainbow Palette
Our Lilac Purple rainbow color palette is based on the RGB model and consists of 7 colors, just like the traditional rainbow. You might not see a lot of variation in color, especially if the chosen color is dark or extremely light. However, this can lead interesting rainbow palettes that are faded, soft, pastel or dull.
A283C0 C083AA C09083 BCC083 87C083 83C0B3 8399C0
Tints, Tones & Shades of Lilac Purple Color
Tints
B49CCD
BDA8D3
C7B5D9- D0C1E0
- D9CDE6
- E3DAEC
- ECE6F2
- F6F3F9
Tones
- 9A82B3
- 9782AD
- 9482A6
- 9182A0
- 8D819A
- 8A8193
- 87818D
- 838086
Shades
- 81699A
- 715C86
- 614F73
- 514260
- 40344D
- 30273A
- 201A26
- 100D13
What Color is Lilac?
Lilac color is a lighter shade of purple. It is a purple color named for the lilac blossoms, which are also purple. Lilac is also similar to pink, violet, and lavender. A color lilac mixer of blue and red form.
While both lavender and lilac are hues of purple and violet, lavender has a bluish undertone, and lilac has a pinkish undertone. Lilac brings the purple symbolism connected with the lighter shades of purple.
Nevertheless, this color is incredibly delicate and easily offensive. It can be nostalgic, like lavender. It pairs beautifully with dark green and black.
Lilac Color vs Lavender
What color is lilac vs lavender? Lilac and lavender colors belong to the same color family, yet, surprisingly, they are distinct hues. Moreover, when looking for colors online, you can identify them with a hex code. Many people mistake the two hues, as lilac is more often associated with lavender.
If you’re searching for something more bright, lavender purple would be a better match for lavender. According to color theory, you might get warm or cold shades when working with colors.
Typically, on the color wheel, these colors are opposite one another. In addition, reds, yellows, and oranges are warm hues, whereas blues and greens are cold. Lilac is often considered a warm hue when dealing with purple. The Image of the Lilac color vs lavender you can see down below.
Lilac Color Code
Lilac is a light purple color with the hex code #AA98A9, similar to lavender but with a more significant proportion of red than blue.
- Lilac is a light purple color with the hex code #AA98A9.
- Lilac RGB code, value- 170,152,169
- Lilac HSL code value- 303° ,10%, 63%
- Lilac HSV code value- 303°, 11%, 67%
- Lilac CMYK code value- 0,11,1,33
History of the Lilac Color
The lilac is indigenous to both Europe and Asia. Since the 1750s, they have populated the United States. There are over a thousand varieties of lilacs, each with a unique hue. “Lilac” and purple are examples of standard colors. The hue “lilac” refers to a light violet tint.
Historically, the lilac has been a symbol of loss. In 19th-century Britain, it was one of the few permitted colors for a woman to wear when her mourning phase ended, and black was no longer necessary.
During the Victorian and Edwardian eras, it was common for widows to wear black for the first year after their husband’s death. After a year, women were permitted to wear lighter colors, such as white and lilac.
However, collecting and making the color was incredibly costly. For that reason, it was used mainly by royalty and wealthy families. The interior design and fashion industries have helped lilac’s recent popularity surge.
The year’s color in 2016 was millennial pink, while in 2018, it was ultraviolet, similar to lilac purple. Pinks and purples are climbing to the top of the most popular list. Pinks and purples are at the top of the most popular color list.
