Is Cherry Glaze (#DE3163) accessible for digital body text?

Against a pure white background (#FFFFFF), #DE3163 achieves a contrast ratio of 4.44:1 (Failing WCAG AA normal text). Against a dark slate background (#0F172A), it achieves a contrast ratio of 4.02:1 (Failing WCAG AA normal text).

Which color harmonies pair best with Cherry Glaze?

The exact complementary color for #DE3163 is #31DDAD. For analogous pairings, use #DD31B8 and #DD5631. You can explore these combinations further in our Color Harmony Generator.

Color Directory/Cherry Glaze

Cherry Glaze (#DE3163)

Q: What are the exact digital and print color codes for Cherry Glaze (#DE3163)?

Cherry Glaze has the HEX code #DE3163. In RGB color coordinates, its values are 222, 49, 99. In HSL, it is 343°, 72%, 53%. In CMYK print values, it corresponds to C:0% M:78% Y:55% K:13%.

Luminance: 19% · Nearest standard name: Cherry Glaze

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CHERRY GLAZE

#DE3163

rgb(222, 49, 99) · hsl(343°, 72%, 53%)

HEX#DE3163

RGB222, 49, 99

HSL343°, 72%, 53%

HSV / HSB343°, 78%, 87%

CMYK (Print)0%, 78%, 55%, 13%

Color Harmonies

Complementary

#DE3163#31DDAD

Analogous

#DD31B8#DE3163#DD5631

Triadic

#DE3163#62DD31#3162DD

Tints & Shades

Lighter Tints

Darker Shades

WCAG 2.2 Contrast Verification

Against White (#FFFFFF)4.44:1

Sample text rendered with #DE3163 on white

AA Normal: FAILAA Large: PASS

Against Dark (#0F172A)4.02:1

Sample text rendered with #DE3163 on dark

AA Normal: FAILAA Large: PASS

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Comprehensive Color Profile & Design Architecture

The Complete Color Guide to Cherry Glaze (#DE3163)

Cherry Glaze (#DE3163) is a distinct shade within the Rose & Red chromatic spectrum. Characterized by an optical luminance of 19% 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#DE3163

RGB Space222, 49, 99

HSL Values343°, 72%, 53%

HSV / HSB343°, 78%, 87%

CMYK Ink0%, 78%, 55%, 13%

TemperatureWarm

Optical Color Harmony Formulas for Cherry Glaze

Geometric intervals calculated from #DE3163 on the 360-degree color wheel.

Direct Polar (180°)#31DDAD

Complementary Harmony

Pairs Cherry Glaze with its polar opposite (#31DDAD) to create maximum optical contrast, perfect for high-converting call-to-action buttons.

Adjacent (±30°)#DD31B8 · #DD5631

Analogous Harmony

Positions adjacent neighboring hues on either side of Cherry Glaze for serene, gentle, and organic visual transitions.

Split Angles (150° / 210°)#31DD56 · #31B8DD

Split-Complementary

Uses the two colors flanking the direct complement of Cherry Glaze, offering rich visual variety without harsh chromatic vibration.

Triangular (120°)#62DD31 · #3162DD

Triadic Harmony

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

Rectangular (90°)#B8DD31 · #31DDAD · #5631DD

Tetradic (Square) Harmony

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

Interactive Exploration

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The 60-30-10 UI Implementation Role for Cherry Glaze

Recommended proportional volume and semantic interface assignment.

Recommended Assignment: Interactive Brand Accent (10% Volume)

With a saturation of 72% and lightness of 53%, Cherry Glaze (#DE3163) 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 Cherry Glaze with intentional neutral whitespace reinforces authority and conversion clarity.

Production Code Tokens for Cherry Glaze

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

CSS Custom Properties (:root)Vanilla CSS

:root {
  --color-de3163: #DE3163;
  --color-de3163-rgb: 222, 49, 99;
  --color-de3163-hsl: 343deg 72% 53%;
}

tailwind.config.jsTailwind CSS

module.exports = {
  theme: {
    extend: {
      colors: {
        'de3163': '#DE3163',
      }
    }
  }
};

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Frequently Asked Questions About Cherry Glaze (#DE3163)

Authoritative answers covering Cherry Glaze color codes, WCAG contrast compliance, and UI design systems.

What are the exact digital and print color codes for Cherry Glaze (#DE3163)?

Cherry Glaze is defined by the HEX code #DE3163. Its digital screen RGB coordinates are R:222, G:49, B:99. Its cylindrical HSL values are Hue:343°, Saturation:72%, Lightness:53%. In HSV/HSB format, it is 343°, 78%, 87%. For four-color CMYK process printing, its ink percentages are C:0%, M:78%, Y:55%, K:13%.

Does Cherry Glaze (#DE3163) pass WCAG 2.2 accessibility standards for text readability?

Against a pure white (#FFFFFF) background, Cherry Glaze achieves a contrast ratio of 4.44:1 (Failing WCAG AA for normal body text, and Passing for large headings). Against dark slate (#0F172A), it achieves a contrast ratio of 4.02:1 (Failing WCAG AA).

What is the direct complementary color for Cherry Glaze (#DE3163)?

The exact 180-degree optical complementary color for #DE3163 is #31DDAD. When placed side-by-side, #DE3163 and #31DDAD create maximum visual tension and high click-through conversion rates.

What is the recommended role for Cherry Glaze in the 60-30-10 UI design rule?

How can I copy and export Cherry Glaze into Tailwind CSS and CSS variables?

You can define Cherry Glaze in CSS custom properties as ':root { --color-custom: #DE3163; }' or paste it into your 'tailwind.config.js' file under 'theme.extend.colors'. You can also generate full palettes containing Cherry Glaze using our interactive Color Palette Generator.

Which color family does Cherry Glaze (#DE3163) belong to?

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