Is Pale Violet Red (#DB7093) accessible for digital body text?

Against a pure white background (#FFFFFF), #DB7093 achieves a contrast ratio of 3.11:1 (Failing WCAG AA normal text). Against a dark slate background (#0F172A), it achieves a contrast ratio of 5.74:1 (Passing WCAG AA normal text).

Which color harmonies pair best with Pale Violet Red?

The exact complementary color for #DB7093 is #70DBB8. For analogous pairings, use #DB70C9 and #DB8270. You can explore these combinations further in our Color Harmony Generator.

Color Directory/Pale Violet Red

Pale Violet Red (#DB7093)

Q: What are the exact digital and print color codes for Pale Violet Red (#DB7093)?

Pale Violet Red has the HEX code #DB7093. In RGB color coordinates, its values are 219, 112, 147. In HSL, it is 340°, 60%, 65%. In CMYK print values, it corresponds to C:0% M:49% Y:33% K:14%.

Luminance: 29% · Nearest standard name: Pale Violet Red

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PALE VIOLET RED

#DB7093

rgb(219, 112, 147) · hsl(340°, 60%, 65%)

HEX#DB7093

RGB219, 112, 147

HSL340°, 60%, 65%

HSV / HSB340°, 49%, 86%

CMYK (Print)0%, 49%, 33%, 14%

Color Harmonies

Complementary

#DB7093#70DBB8

Analogous

#DB70C9#DB7093#DB8270

Triadic

#DB7093#94DB70#7094DB

Tints & Shades

Lighter Tints

Darker Shades

WCAG 2.2 Contrast Verification

Against White (#FFFFFF)3.11:1

Sample text rendered with #DB7093 on white

AA Normal: FAILAA Large: PASS

Against Dark (#0F172A)5.74:1

Sample text rendered with #DB7093 on dark

AA Normal: PASSAA Large: PASS

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Comprehensive Color Profile & Design Architecture

The Complete Color Guide to Pale Violet Red (#DB7093)

Pale Violet Red (#DB7093) is a distinct shade within the Rose & Red chromatic spectrum. Characterized by an optical luminance of 29% and a warm color temperature, this tone plays a vital role across web applications, brand identities, and editorial typography. Discover its mathematical harmonies, accessibility metrics, UI engineering roles, and front-end code tokens.

Technical Colorimetry & Coordinate Breakdown

Exact mathematical values across digital display, print press, and human perceptual spaces.

HEX Code#DB7093

RGB Space219, 112, 147

HSL Values340°, 60%, 65%

HSV / HSB340°, 49%, 86%

CMYK Ink0%, 49%, 33%, 14%

TemperatureWarm

Optical Color Harmony Formulas for Pale Violet Red

Geometric intervals calculated from #DB7093 on the 360-degree color wheel.

Direct Polar (180°)#70DBB8

Complementary Harmony

Pairs Pale Violet Red with its polar opposite (#70DBB8) to create maximum optical contrast, perfect for high-converting call-to-action buttons.

Adjacent (±30°)#DB70C9 · #DB8270

Analogous Harmony

Positions adjacent neighboring hues on either side of Pale Violet Red for serene, gentle, and organic visual transitions.

Split Angles (150° / 210°)#70DB82 · #70C9DB

Split-Complementary

Uses the two colors flanking the direct complement of Pale Violet Red, offering rich visual variety without harsh chromatic vibration.

Triangular (120°)#94DB70 · #7094DB

Triadic Harmony

Forms an equilateral triangle on the color wheel, generating playful, dynamic energy when balanced against a neutral background.

Rectangular (90°)#C9DB70 · #70DBB8 · #8270DB

Tetradic (Square) Harmony

A rich four-color scheme combining two complementary pairs, ideal for complex dashboards, gaming HUDs, and multi-tier charts.

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The 60-30-10 UI Implementation Role for Pale Violet Red

Recommended proportional volume and semantic interface assignment.

Recommended Assignment: Interactive Brand Accent (10% Volume)

With a saturation of 60% and lightness of 65%, Pale Violet Red (#DB7093) acts as an attention-grabbing focal point. In user interfaces, reserve it for primary CTA buttons, active state indicators, and notification badges to draw user clicks immediately.

Light Mode SurfaceIdeal for buttons and badges

Dark Mode AdaptationDesaturate slightly for ambient glow

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Color Psychology & Industry Alignment

Strategic cognitive triggers and target sector recommendations.

Cognitive & Emotional Perception

Radiates high energy, urgency, passionate emotion, and dramatic visual power. Commands immediate human attention.

Optimal Industry Verticals

E-Commerce Flash Sales, Fitness Apparel, Gaming HUDs, Food & Beverage. Combining Pale Violet Red with intentional neutral whitespace reinforces authority and conversion clarity.

Production Code Tokens for Pale Violet Red

Drop-in design system tokens for CSS, Tailwind CSS, and SCSS.

CSS Custom Properties (:root)Vanilla CSS

:root {
  --color-db7093: #DB7093;
  --color-db7093-rgb: 219, 112, 147;
  --color-db7093-hsl: 340deg 60% 65%;
}

tailwind.config.jsTailwind CSS

module.exports = {
  theme: {
    extend: {
      colors: {
        'db7093': '#DB7093',
      }
    }
  }
};

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Frequently Asked Questions About Pale Violet Red (#DB7093)

Authoritative answers covering Pale Violet Red color codes, WCAG contrast compliance, and UI design systems.

What are the exact digital and print color codes for Pale Violet Red (#DB7093)?

Pale Violet Red is defined by the HEX code #DB7093. Its digital screen RGB coordinates are R:219, G:112, B:147. Its cylindrical HSL values are Hue:340°, Saturation:60%, Lightness:65%. In HSV/HSB format, it is 340°, 49%, 86%. For four-color CMYK process printing, its ink percentages are C:0%, M:49%, Y:33%, K:14%.

Does Pale Violet Red (#DB7093) pass WCAG 2.2 accessibility standards for text readability?

Against a pure white (#FFFFFF) background, Pale Violet Red achieves a contrast ratio of 3.11:1 (Failing WCAG AA for normal body text, and Passing for large headings). Against dark slate (#0F172A), it achieves a contrast ratio of 5.74:1 (Passing WCAG AA).

What is the direct complementary color for Pale Violet Red (#DB7093)?

The exact 180-degree optical complementary color for #DB7093 is #70DBB8. When placed side-by-side, #DB7093 and #70DBB8 create maximum visual tension and high click-through conversion rates.

What is the recommended role for Pale Violet Red in the 60-30-10 UI design rule?

How can I copy and export Pale Violet Red into Tailwind CSS and CSS variables?

You can define Pale Violet Red in CSS custom properties as ':root { --color-custom: #DB7093; }' or paste it into your 'tailwind.config.js' file under 'theme.extend.colors'. You can also generate full palettes containing Pale Violet Red using our interactive Color Palette Generator.

Which color family does Pale Violet Red (#DB7093) belong to?

Pale Violet Red belongs to the Rose & Red family (Warm spectrum). You can explore full tonal ramps and curated palettes in our Rose & Red Color Guide.