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Hot Pink

#F96CAB

Hot Pink is a warm light color with the hex code #F96CAB. This vibrant hue can be represented as RGB 249, 108, 171 in digital design or CMYK 0%, 57%, 31%, 2% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Hot Pink Color Values

HEX
#F96CAB
RGB
249, 108, 171
HSL
333°, 92%, 70%
CMYK
0, 57, 31, 2

About this color

Hot Pink sits at 333° on the color wheel, placing it in the warm color family, often associated with energy and warmth. With 92% saturation and 70% lightness, this vibrant light hue creates strong visual impact and draws attention.

In digital design, warm colors like Hot 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 Hot Pink in print, the CMYK breakdown of 0%, 57%, 31%, 2% ensures accurate color reproduction. The bright CMYK values indicate this color relies on pure inks rather than black, maintaining vibrancy in print.

How to use Hot Pink

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #F96CAB;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 249, 108, 171;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#F96CAB',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 0%
M: 57%
Y: 31%
K: 2%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(249, 108, 171)
rgba(249, 108, 171, 0.8)

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

Brands Using the Same Hue

4 brand s with colors near 333° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #F96CAB?
#F96CAB is Hot Pink, a warm light color with RGB values of 249, 108, 171. It has a hue of 333°, 92% saturation, and 70% lightness in the HSL color space.
What is the RGB value of #F96CAB?
The RGB color code for #F96CAB is rgb(249, 108, 171). This means it contains 249 red, 108 green, and 171 blue in the RGB color model.
Is Hot Pink a warm or cool color?
Hot Pink (#F96CAB) is a warm color with a hue between 0-60° or 300-360° on the color wheel.
How do I use #F96CAB in CSS?
You can use #F96CAB in CSS with: background-color: #F96CAB; or color: #F96CAB; or as an RGB value: rgb(249, 108, 171). For print design, use CMYK: 0%, 57%, 31%, 2%.