Pink

Q: How do I use #C99CAE in CSS?

You can use #C99CAE in CSS with: background-color: #C99CAE; or color: #C99CAE; or as an RGB value: rgb(201, 156, 174). For print design, use CMYK: 0%, 22%, 13%, 21%.

#C99CAE

Pink is a warm light color with the hex code #C99CAE. This muted hue can be represented as RGB 201, 156, 174 in digital design or CMYK 0%, 22%, 13%, 21% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Pink Color Values

HEX: #C99CAE
RGB: 201, 156, 174
HSL: 336°, 29%, 70%
CMYK: 0, 22, 13, 21

Shades & Tints

Darker Lighter

About this color

Pink sits at 336° on the color wheel, placing it in the warm color family, often associated with energy and warmth. With 29% saturation and 70% lightness, this muted light hue provides subtle, elegant backgrounds.

In digital design, warm colors like Pink work well for calls-to-action, accent elements, and creating urgency. Light colors are ideal for backgrounds and creating breathing room in layouts.

When using Pink in print, the CMYK breakdown of 0%, 22%, 13%, 21% 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 Pink

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #C99CAE;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 201, 156, 174;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#C99CAE',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 0%
M: 22%
Y: 13%
K: 21%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(201, 156, 174)
rgba(201, 156, 174, 0.8)

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

Brands Using the Same Hue

6 brand s with colors near 336° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #C99CAE?

#C99CAE is Pink, a warm light color with RGB values of 201, 156, 174. It has a hue of 336°, 29% saturation, and 70% lightness in the HSL color space.

What is the RGB value of #C99CAE?

The RGB color code for #C99CAE is rgb(201, 156, 174). This means it contains 201 red, 156 green, and 174 blue in the RGB color model.

Is Pink a warm or cool color?

Pink (#C99CAE) is a warm color with a hue between 0-60° or 300-360° on the color wheel.

How do I use #C99CAE in CSS?

You can use #C99CAE in CSS with: background-color: #C99CAE; or color: #C99CAE; or as an RGB value: rgb(201, 156, 174). For print design, use CMYK: 0%, 22%, 13%, 21%.