Pale Violet Red is a
warm light color with the hex code #FC698E.
This vibrant hue can be represented as RGB
252, 105, 142 in digital design or CMYK 0%, 58%, 44%, 1% for print applications.
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Pale Violet Red
#FC698E
Pale Violet Red Color Values
- HEX
- #FC698E
- RGB
- 252, 105, 142
- HSL
- 345°, 96%, 70%
- CMYK
- 0, 58, 44, 1
Shades & Tints
About this color
Pale Violet Red sits at 345° on the color wheel, placing it in the warm color family, often associated with energy and warmth. With 96% saturation and 70% lightness, this vibrant light hue creates strong visual impact and draws attention.
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%, 58%, 44%, 1% ensures accurate color reproduction. The bright CMYK values indicate this color relies on pure inks rather than black, maintaining vibrancy in print.
Color Harmonies
Complementary
Analogous
Triadic
Split-Complementary
How to use Pale Violet Red
CSS Variable
:root {
--brand-primary: #FC698E;
--brand-primary-rgb: 252, 105, 142;
} Define as a CSS custom property for consistent theming across your site.
Tailwind Config
colors: {
brand: '#FC698E',
}
Add to your Tailwind config to use classes like bg-brand.
Print Design (CMYK)
C: 0%
M: 58%
Y: 44%
K: 1% Use these CMYK values in Adobe Illustrator, InDesign, or print specifications.
RGB for Screens
rgb(252, 105, 142)
rgba(252, 105, 142, 0.8) Use RGB notation for compatibility or add alpha channel for transparency.
Brands Using the Same Hue
9 brand s with colors near 345° on the color wheel
Frequently Asked Questions
What color is #FC698E?
What is the RGB value of #FC698E?
Is Pale Violet Red a warm or cool color?
How do I use #FC698E in CSS?
background-color: #FC698E; or color: #FC698E; or as an RGB value: rgb(252, 105, 142). For print design, use CMYK: 0%, 58%, 44%, 1%.