Pale Violet Red

Q: How do I use #FD9BC5 in CSS?

You can use #FD9BC5 in CSS with: background-color: #FD9BC5; or color: #FD9BC5; or as an RGB value: rgb(253, 155, 197). For print design, use CMYK: 0%, 39%, 22%, 1%.

#FD9BC5

Pale Violet Red is a warm light color with the hex code #FD9BC5. This vibrant hue can be represented as RGB 253, 155, 197 in digital design or CMYK 0%, 39%, 22%, 1% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Pale Violet Red Color Values

HEX: #FD9BC5
RGB: 253, 155, 197
HSL: 334°, 96%, 80%
CMYK: 0, 39, 22, 1

Shades & Tints

Darker Lighter

About this color

Pale Violet Red sits at 334° on the color wheel, placing it in the warm color family, often associated with energy and warmth. With 96% saturation and 80% 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%, 39%, 22%, 1% 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: #FD9BC5;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 253, 155, 197;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#FD9BC5',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 0%
M: 39%
Y: 22%
K: 1%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(253, 155, 197)
rgba(253, 155, 197, 0.8)

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

Brands Using the Same Hue

4 brand s with colors near 334° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #FD9BC5?

#FD9BC5 is Pale Violet Red, a warm light color with RGB values of 253, 155, 197. It has a hue of 334°, 96% saturation, and 80% lightness in the HSL color space.

What is the RGB value of #FD9BC5?

The RGB color code for #FD9BC5 is rgb(253, 155, 197). This means it contains 253 red, 155 green, and 197 blue in the RGB color model.

Is Pale Violet Red a warm or cool color?

Pale Violet Red (#FD9BC5) is a warm color with a hue between 0-60° or 300-360° on the color wheel.

How do I use #FD9BC5 in CSS?

You can use #FD9BC5 in CSS with: background-color: #FD9BC5; or color: #FD9BC5; or as an RGB value: rgb(253, 155, 197). For print design, use CMYK: 0%, 39%, 22%, 1%.