Codes & values
- Color Name
Pink 500 - Color ID
KDF-C-15277667 - HEX
#E91E63 - RGB
rgb(233, 30, 99) - RGBA
rgba(233, 30, 99, 1) - HSL
hsl(340, 82%, 52%) - HSLA
hsla(340, 82%, 52%, 1) - HSV / HSB
hsv(340, 87%, 91%) - CMYK
cmyk(0%, 87%, 58%, 9%) - Light / Dark
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Quick answers
- What is the HEX code for Pink 500?
- #E91E63
- What is Pink 500 RGB?
- rgb(233, 30, 99)
- What is Pink 500 HSL?
- hsl(340, 82%, 52%)
- What is Pink 500 CMYK?
- cmyk(0%, 87%, 58%, 9%)
What is Pink 500?
Pink 500 is a curated pink family color at #E91E63. It appears in our library with tags for ui, web, design, button. This mid-range shade works as a primary brand or UI accent when contrast with text is verified. Temperature lean: warm — energetic, inviting, and closer to red/orange/yellow on the wheel..
Pink 500 HEX code
The HEX code for Pink 500 is #E91E63. Paste it into CSS as color: #E91E63; or background-color: #E91E63;. Design tools accept the same six-digit value without the # prefix (e91e63).
Pink 500 RGB
Pink 500 in RGB is rgb(233, 30, 99) (channels R 233, G 30, B 99). Use RGB when you need opacity via rgba(233, 30, 99, 1).
Pink 500 HSL & HSV
HSL is hsl(340, 82%, 52%) — useful for generating lighter/darker variants by adjusting lightness. HSV/HSB is hsv(340, 87%, 91%), closer to how many digital pickers expose hue, saturation, and brightness.
Pink 500 CMYK
Approximate CMYK for Pink 500 is cmyk(0%, 87%, 58%, 9%). Screen HEX/RGB values are device-dependent; for print, always soft-proof in your print profile rather than relying on a web conversion alone.
Shades of Pink 500
Darker shades (mixed toward black): #C21953, #9B1442, #750F32, #4E0A21, #270510. Use deeper shades for hover states, borders, and dark-mode accents.
Tints of Pink 500
Lighter tints (mixed toward white): #ED447D, #F06997, #F48FB1, #F8B4CB, #FBDAE5. Tints work well for soft backgrounds, chips, and secondary buttons.
Colors that go with Pink 500
Complementary pairing: #E91E63, #1EE9A4. Analogous neighbors: #E91EC8, #E91E63, #E93E1E. Triadic accents: #E91E63, #63E91E, #1E63E9. Always check text contrast when pairing.
Pink 500 color combinations
A practical combo: primary #E91E63, complementary accent #1EE9A4, and a neutral charcoal or off-white for text and surfaces. Split-complementary options: #E91E63, #1EE93F, #1EC9E9.
Pink 500 in web design
Pink ranges from soft blush UI to bold fashion accents. Pastel pinks suit lifestyle brands; hot pinks need dark backgrounds for readability.
Pink 500 in branding
Pink brands skew beauty, fashion, and social. Deep rose can feel premium; pastel pink feels gentle. Contrast vs white is 4.35:1 (better as a large accent or background than small body text); vs black 4.83:1.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the HEX code for Pink 500?
- Pink 500: #E91E63.
- What is Pink 500 RGB?
- Pink 500: rgb(233, 30, 99).
- What is Pink 500 HSL?
- Pink 500: hsl(340, 82%, 52%).
- What is Pink 500 CMYK?
- Pink 500: cmyk(0%, 87%, 58%, 9%).
- What colors go with Pink 500?
- Try complementary #E91E63, #1EE9A4 or analogous #E91EC8, #E91E63, #E93E1E.
- Is Pink 500 good for text on white?
- Not ideal for small body text (4.35:1). Use as a large heading, button, or background instead.
Accessibility snapshot
Contrast vs white: 4.35:1 (prefer large accent or background). Contrast vs black: 4.83:1. Complementary swatch: #E91E63, #1EE9A4.
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