Pale Violet Red

Q: How do I use #D98CAC in CSS?

You can use #D98CAC in CSS with: background-color: #D98CAC; or color: #D98CAC; or as an RGB value: rgb(217, 140, 172). For print design, use CMYK: 0%, 35%, 21%, 15%.

#D98CAC

Pale Violet Red is a warm light color with the hex code #D98CAC. This moderately saturated hue can be represented as RGB 217, 140, 172 in digital design or CMYK 0%, 35%, 21%, 15% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Pale Violet Red Color Values

HEX: #D98CAC
RGB: 217, 140, 172
HSL: 335°, 50%, 70%
CMYK: 0, 35, 21, 15

Shades & Tints

Darker Lighter

About this color

Pale Violet Red sits at 335° on the color wheel, placing it in the warm color family, often associated with energy and warmth. With 50% saturation and 70% lightness, this moderately saturated light hue balances visibility with restraint.

In digital design, warm colors like Pale Violet Red 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 Pale Violet Red in print, the CMYK breakdown of 0%, 35%, 21%, 15% 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 Pale Violet Red

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #D98CAC;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 217, 140, 172;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#D98CAC',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 0%
M: 35%
Y: 21%
K: 15%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(217, 140, 172)
rgba(217, 140, 172, 0.8)

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

Brands Using the Same Hue

6 brand s with colors near 335° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #D98CAC?

#D98CAC is Pale Violet Red, a warm light color with RGB values of 217, 140, 172. It has a hue of 335°, 50% saturation, and 70% lightness in the HSL color space.

What is the RGB value of #D98CAC?

The RGB color code for #D98CAC is rgb(217, 140, 172). This means it contains 217 red, 140 green, and 172 blue in the RGB color model.

Is Pale Violet Red a warm or cool color?

Pale Violet Red (#D98CAC) is a warm color with a hue between 0-60° or 300-360° on the color wheel.

How do I use #D98CAC in CSS?

You can use #D98CAC in CSS with: background-color: #D98CAC; or color: #D98CAC; or as an RGB value: rgb(217, 140, 172). For print design, use CMYK: 0%, 35%, 21%, 15%.