V199 #C39BBA RGB 195, 155, 186

pale mauve — #C39BBA

pale mauve is a muted, light magenta color with the catalog reference V199. Its hex value #C39BBA makes it useful for work that calls for a light tone in the magenta family. Explore its values, harmonies and linked markers below.

Color values

Hex value
#C39BBA
RGB
rgb(195, 155, 186)
HSL
hsl(314°, 25%, 69%)
CMYK
cmyk(0%, 21%, 5%, 24%)

This color is recorded in the archived 2018 Finecolour chart. Its screen preview comes from the chart artwork, not a measured ink swatch. Marker links follow the model symbols printed in that edition.

Markers in this color

Model availability follows the archived chart. Choose a marker to see its documented set contents.

Color harmonies

Complementary
Analogous
Split-complementary

Best uses

Great for floral subjects, retro and 80s themes, bold accents on pale skin tones, and signs.

Mixing & layering

Layer over Violet (F33) for a smooth transition. Pair with Pale Cobalt Green (YG448) for deep shadow — it's the direct complement. For a triadic palette add Lily White (YG33).

Frequently asked questions

What is the hex code for pale mauve?
The hex code for pale mauve is #C39BBA. In RGB that is 195, 155, 186.
What colour is pale mauve?
It is a light magenta color.
What colours pair well with pale mauve?
The direct complement is Pale Cobalt Green (YG448). Analogous neighbour: Violet (F33).
What is pale mauve used for?
Great for floral subjects, retro and 80s themes, bold accents on pale skin tones, and signs.

About this colour data

This independent reference separates recorded source data from computed screen values and known physical-colour limitations.

Maintained by
Max Tymoshyn
Data version
finecolour-chart-2018
Reference checked

Recorded data

Printed codes, color labels and model symbols are transcribed from this archived chart. RGB previews are converted from its artwork. This does not establish current availability.

Computed data

RGB display values, previews, and colour relationships are calculated by the website from each stored HEX reference.

Physical colour

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Unknowns

This catalog does not establish manufacturing tolerances, laboratory measurements, batch variation, current availability, discontinued or renamed codes, or complete manufacturer product-line coverage.

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