Ube
HEX: #8878C3 | Modern Palette
Color Specifications
#8878C3
136, 120, 195
252°, 38% ,76%
30.26, 38.46, 0, 23.53
About Ube
Ube (#8878C3) is a color with RGB(136, 120, 195) and HSL(252.8°, 38.46%, 76.47%). It is commonly associated with Calm moods. In design, it fits Cool styles and is suitable for Text, Print. Its complementary color is #B3C378, which creates strong contrast. Its triadic palette includes #C38878 and #78C388. The name comes from ube (Filipino (Tagalog)).
- HEX: #8878C3
- RGB: 136, 120, 195
- HSL: 252.8°, 38.46%, 76.47%
- Mood: Calm
- Style: Cool
- Use case: Text, Print
- Complementary color: #B3C378
- Triadic colors: #C38878, #78C388
- The name comes from ube (Filipino (Tagalog)).
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 #8878C3 from deepest shade to lightest tint.
Frequently Asked Questions
Name, History & Etymology
History
Ube (Dioscorea alata) is a species of yam that is native to Southeast Asia, particularly the Philippines. It has been cultivated and consumed in the Philippines for millennia, serving as a primary food source before the arrival of Spanish colonizers. Its vibrant purple color and distinct sweet, earthy flavor made it a popular ingredient in traditional Filipino desserts. The word 'ube' itself is indigenous to the Philippines. Its culinary use has evolved from simple boiled or steamed preparations to a key ingredient in a wide array of modern Filipino pastries, desserts, and even savory dishes. In recent decades, ube has gained international recognition, particularly in Western countries, due to its unique color and flavor profile, often being featured in trendy desserts and beverages.
First Recorded Use
Likely thousands of years ago, as a staple crop in the Philippines.
Cultural Associations
Ube holds significant cultural importance in the Philippines. It is not just a food item but a symbol of Filipino cuisine and identity. It is most famously used in 'ube halaya' (a sweet, jam-like dessert), which is a staple at Filipino gatherings and celebrations. Its distinctive purple hue is often associated with Filipino desserts and is a source of national pride. The color itself has become iconic, making ube-flavored items instantly recognizable as Filipino-inspired. It is also often associated with comfort food and childhood memories for many Filipinos.
Code Snippets
/* Background */
.element {
background-color: #8878C3;
}
/* Text */
.element {
color: #8878C3;
}
/* Border */
.element {
border: 1px solid #8878C3;
}/* Linear gradient to complementary */
.element {
background: linear-gradient(
to right,
#8878C3,
#D0DAAC
);
}
/* Radial gradient */
.element {
background: radial-gradient(
circle,
#8878C3,
#D0DAAC
);
}// SCSS variable
$ube: #8878C3;
// With RGB channels (useful for rgba() usage)
$ube-r: 136;
$ube-g: 120;
$ube-b: 195;
// Usage
.element {
background-color: $ube;
color: rgba($ube-r, $ube-g, $ube-b, 0.8);
}