Dusky Violet Cascade

#8816c5

Notes

Dusky Violet Cascade (#8816C5) is a true indigo with a vibrant character. It holds its own as a focal accent, carrying visual weight without tipping into neon territory. Its HSL profile (279°, 80%, 43%) places it in the highly saturated band at a mid lightness. Best used in small doses, like logos, CTAs, focus rings, or highlight text, where its saturation becomes a feature rather than noise. For a confident two-color system, pair it with its complementary lime. For something softer, pull in its analogous neighbors on either side of the wheel.

HEX

#8816c5

RGB

rgb(136, 22, 197)

HSL

hsl(279, 80%, 43%)