Pale Amaranth

Q: How do I use #FAD3D1 in CSS?

You can use #FAD3D1 in CSS with: background-color: #FAD3D1; or color: #FAD3D1; or as an RGB value: rgb(250, 211, 209). For print design, use CMYK: 0%, 16%, 16%, 2%.

#FAD3D1

Pale Amaranth is a warm light color with the hex code #FAD3D1. This vibrant hue can be represented as RGB 250, 211, 209 in digital design or CMYK 0%, 16%, 16%, 2% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Pale Amaranth Color Values

HEX: #FAD3D1
RGB: 250, 211, 209
HSL: 3°, 80%, 90%
CMYK: 0, 16, 16, 2

Shades & Tints

Darker Lighter

About this color

Pale Amaranth sits at 3° on the color wheel, placing it in the warm color family, often associated with energy and warmth. With 80% saturation and 90% lightness, this vibrant light hue creates strong visual impact and draws attention.

In digital design, warm colors like Pale Amaranth 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 Amaranth in print, the CMYK breakdown of 0%, 16%, 16%, 2% 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 Amaranth

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #FAD3D1;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 250, 211, 209;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#FAD3D1',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 0%
M: 16%
Y: 16%
K: 2%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(250, 211, 209)
rgba(250, 211, 209, 0.8)

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

Brands Using the Same Hue

12 brand s with colors near 3° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #FAD3D1?

#FAD3D1 is Pale Amaranth, a warm light color with RGB values of 250, 211, 209. It has a hue of 3°, 80% saturation, and 90% lightness in the HSL color space.

What is the RGB value of #FAD3D1?

The RGB color code for #FAD3D1 is rgb(250, 211, 209). This means it contains 250 red, 211 green, and 209 blue in the RGB color model.

Is Pale Amaranth a warm or cool color?

Pale Amaranth (#FAD3D1) is a warm color with a hue between 0-60° or 300-360° on the color wheel.

How do I use #FAD3D1 in CSS?

You can use #FAD3D1 in CSS with: background-color: #FAD3D1; or color: #FAD3D1; or as an RGB value: rgb(250, 211, 209). For print design, use CMYK: 0%, 16%, 16%, 2%.