Majorelle Blue
HEX: #6050DC | Modern Palette
Color Specifications
#6050DC
96, 80, 220
246°, 63% ,86%
56.36, 63.64, 0, 13.73
About Majorelle Blue
Majorelle Blue (#6050DC) is a color with RGB(96, 80, 220) and HSL(246.86°, 63.64%, 86.27%). In design, it fits Cool styles and is suitable for Text, Button, Background. Its complementary color is #CCDC50, which creates strong contrast. Its triadic palette includes #DC6050 and #50DC60. The name comes from Bleu Majorelle (French).
- HEX: #6050DC
- RGB: 96, 80, 220
- HSL: 246.86°, 63.64%, 86.27%
- Style: Cool
- Use case: Text, Button, Background
- Complementary color: #CCDC50
- Triadic colors: #DC6050, #50DC60
- The name comes from Bleu Majorelle (French).
Live Components
Color Palettes
Color Harmonies
Complementary
The color directly opposite on the color wheel — creates maximum contrast and vibrance.
Analogous
Colors adjacent on the wheel — naturally harmonious and pleasing to the eye.
Triadic
Three colors equally spaced 120° apart — bold, balanced, and visually rich.
Split-Complementary
Two colors flanking the complement — high contrast with less tension than full complementary.
Tetradic (Square)
Four colors at 90° intervals — rich variety, best when one color dominates.
Monochromatic
Shades and tints of the same hue — cohesive, elegant, and easy to work with.
Shades & Tints
A seamless scale of #6050DC from deepest shade to lightest tint.
Color Characteristics
Accessibility Simulation
#5555DC
#5252DC
#326F6F
#666666
Frequently Asked Questions
Name, History & Etymology
History
Majorelle Blue is a vibrant, intense cobalt blue that was famously used by the French Orientalist painter Jacques Majorelle. He patented the color in 1937. Majorelle used this specific shade extensively in his art and, most notably, on the buildings and architectural elements of his studio and garden in Marrakech, Morocco, which he opened to the public in 1923. The garden, known as the Jardin Majorelle, became a significant landmark and tourist attraction. After Majorelle's death, the garden fell into disrepair until it was purchased and restored by Yves Saint Laurent and Pierre Bergé in the late 1970s. They meticulously restored the garden, ensuring the preservation of the iconic blue color, which further cemented its name and recognition worldwide.
First Recorded Use
Circa 1920s
Cultural Associations
Majorelle Blue is strongly associated with Moroccan culture and architecture, particularly Marrakech. It evokes a sense of exoticism, luxury, and artistic flair. The color is often seen in fashion, interior design, and art, frequently used to add a bold, sophisticated, and somewhat bohemian touch. Its association with Yves Saint Laurent has also given it a strong link to high fashion and design. It's considered a signature color of the Jardin Majorelle, which is one of Morocco's most visited sites.
Code Snippets
/* Background */
.element {
background-color: #6050DC;
}
/* Text */
.element {
color: #6050DC;
}
/* Border */
.element {
border: 1px solid #6050DC;
}/* Linear gradient to complementary */
.element {
background: linear-gradient(
to right,
#6050DC,
#EDF2C6
);
}
/* Radial gradient */
.element {
background: radial-gradient(
circle,
#6050DC,
#EDF2C6
);
}// SCSS variable
$majorelle-blue: #6050DC;
// With RGB channels (useful for rgba() usage)
$majorelle-blue-r: 96;
$majorelle-blue-g: 80;
$majorelle-blue-b: 220;
// Usage
.element {
background-color: $majorelle-blue;
color: rgba($majorelle-blue-r, $majorelle-blue-g, $majorelle-blue-b, 0.8);
}