Steel Pink

Q: How do I use #AE37C8 in CSS?

You can use #AE37C8 in CSS with: background-color: #AE37C8; or color: #AE37C8; or as an RGB value: rgb(174, 55, 200). For print design, use CMYK: 13%, 73%, 0%, 22%.

#AE37C8

Steel Pink is a cool medium color with the hex code #AE37C8. This moderately saturated hue can be represented as RGB 174, 55, 200 in digital design or CMYK 13%, 73%, 0%, 22% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Steel Pink Color Values

HEX: #AE37C8
RGB: 174, 55, 200
HSL: 289°, 57%, 50%
CMYK: 13, 73, 0, 22

Shades & Tints

Darker Lighter

About this color

Steel Pink sits at 289° on the color wheel, placing it in the cool color family, typically conveying calm and professionalism. With 57% saturation and 50% lightness, this moderately saturated medium hue balances visibility with restraint.

In digital design, cool colors like Steel Pink work well for backgrounds, navigation, and establishing trust. Medium-toned colors offer versatility across both light and dark design themes.

When using Steel Pink in print, the CMYK breakdown of 13%, 73%, 0%, 22% ensures accurate color reproduction. This balanced CMYK profile should reproduce consistently across different printing methods.

Color Harmonies

Complementary

Analogous

Triadic

Split-Complementary

How to use Steel Pink

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #AE37C8;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 174, 55, 200;
}

Define as a CSS custom property for consistent theming across your site.

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#AE37C8',
}

Add to your Tailwind config to use classes like bg-brand.

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 13%
M: 73%
Y: 0%
K: 22%

Use these CMYK values in Adobe Illustrator, InDesign, or print specifications.

RGB for Screens

rgb(174, 55, 200)
rgba(174, 55, 200, 0.8)

Use RGB notation for compatibility or add alpha channel for transparency.

Brands Using the Same Hue

4 brand s with colors near 289° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #AE37C8?

#AE37C8 is Steel Pink, a cool medium color with RGB values of 174, 55, 200. It has a hue of 289°, 57% saturation, and 50% lightness in the HSL color space.

What is the RGB value of #AE37C8?

The RGB color code for #AE37C8 is rgb(174, 55, 200). This means it contains 174 red, 55 green, and 200 blue in the RGB color model.

Is Steel Pink a warm or cool color?

Steel Pink (#AE37C8) is a cool color with a hue between 120-300° on the color wheel.

How do I use #AE37C8 in CSS?

You can use #AE37C8 in CSS with: background-color: #AE37C8; or color: #AE37C8; or as an RGB value: rgb(174, 55, 200). For print design, use CMYK: 13%, 73%, 0%, 22%.