Lavender Color: HEX Code, RGB and Meaning
Lavender is a light-to-mid purple with a cool, bluish tone, like the flower.
HEX is one common value Last updated:
#B56EDCrgb(181, 110, 220)hsl(279, 61%, 65%)cmyk(18%, 50%, 0%, 14%)Color definitions vary by source. The HEX above is one common value for "lavender" from the open color-name-list dataset, not an official standard. CMYK is a simple conversion; printed results depend on ink and paper.
What lavender means
Lavender is a gentle color. It is associated with calm, softness and relaxation, partly through the flower and its scent. It often suggests femininity and nostalgia, though it is increasingly used in neutral and modern contexts.
Its pale purple tone also reads as creative and dreamy, a lighter and friendlier cousin of royal purple.
Tints and shades of lavender
Lighter tints are made by mixing with white and darker shades by mixing with black. Click a swatch to copy its HEX.
Lavender color palettes
Complementary
Two colors opposite each other on the color wheel: the strongest contrast.
Analogous
Three neighbors on the wheel: a smooth, low-contrast scheme.
Triadic
Three colors evenly spaced around the wheel: lively but balanced.
Colors that go with lavender
- Sage (#87AE73): A soft, natural pair.
- Butter Yellow (#FFFD74): A fresh complement.
- Light Grey (#D8DCD6): A calm, neutral base.
- Plum (#66386A): A deeper purple for contrast.
Similar named colors
Where lavender is used
- Fashion. Lavender is popular in spring clothing, from knitwear to dresses, and works well with white, gray and denim.
- Interiors. It is a soothing color for bedrooms and bathrooms. Muted shades look sophisticated, while bright ones feel playful.
- Branding. Beauty, wellness and sleep brands use lavender for calm, and creative brands use it for a gentle edge.
Lavender vs lilac
Lilac is usually pinker and warmer; lavender is bluer and cooler. Both are pale purples, and the difference is small.
Definitions vary widely. The lavender in this dataset is a fairly saturated mid purple, while the web color called lavender is a much paler tint, so judge by the swatch.
Frequently asked questions
What color is lavender?
A light purple with some blue in it.
Is lavender purple or blue?
It is a purple, though cool versions lean blue.
What colors go with lavender?
Sage, gray, soft yellow and white are common partners.
What does lavender symbolize?
Calm, grace and relaxation are common associations.