Is Pink 500 (#EC4899) accessible for digital body text?

Against a pure white background (#FFFFFF), #EC4899 achieves a contrast ratio of 3.53:1 (Failing WCAG AA normal text). Against a dark slate background (#0F172A), it achieves a contrast ratio of 5.06:1 (Passing WCAG AA normal text).

Which color harmonies pair best with Pink 500?

The exact complementary color for #EC4899 is #46EC99. For analogous pairings, use #EC46EC and #EC4646. You can explore these combinations further in our Color Harmony Generator.

Color Directory/Pink 500

Pink 500 (#EC4899)

Q: What are the exact digital and print color codes for Pink 500 (#EC4899)?

Pink 500 has the HEX code #EC4899. In RGB color coordinates, its values are 236, 72, 153. In HSL, it is 330°, 81%, 60%. In CMYK print values, it corresponds to C:0% M:69% Y:35% K:7%.

Luminance: 25% · Nearest standard name: Pink 500

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PINK 500

#EC4899

rgb(236, 72, 153) · hsl(330°, 81%, 60%)

HEX#EC4899

RGB236, 72, 153

HSL330°, 81%, 60%

HSV / HSB330°, 69%, 93%

CMYK (Print)0%, 69%, 35%, 7%

Color Harmonies

Complementary

#EC4899#46EC99

Analogous

#EC46EC#EC4899#EC4646

Triadic

#EC4899#99EC46#4699EC

Tints & Shades

Lighter Tints

Darker Shades

WCAG 2.2 Contrast Verification

Against White (#FFFFFF)3.53:1

Sample text rendered with #EC4899 on white

AA Normal: FAILAA Large: PASS

Against Dark (#0F172A)5.06:1

Sample text rendered with #EC4899 on dark

AA Normal: PASSAA Large: PASS

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Comprehensive Color Profile & Design Architecture

The Complete Color Guide to Pink 500 (#EC4899)

Pink 500 (#EC4899) is a distinct shade within the Rose & Red chromatic spectrum. Characterized by an optical luminance of 25% 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#EC4899

RGB Space236, 72, 153

HSL Values330°, 81%, 60%

HSV / HSB330°, 69%, 93%

CMYK Ink0%, 69%, 35%, 7%

TemperatureWarm

Optical Color Harmony Formulas for Pink 500

Geometric intervals calculated from #EC4899 on the 360-degree color wheel.

Direct Polar (180°)#46EC99

Complementary Harmony

Pairs Pink 500 with its polar opposite (#46EC99) to create maximum optical contrast, perfect for high-converting call-to-action buttons.

Adjacent (±30°)#EC46EC · #EC4646

Analogous Harmony

Positions adjacent neighboring hues on either side of Pink 500 for serene, gentle, and organic visual transitions.

Split Angles (150° / 210°)#46EC46 · #46ECEC

Split-Complementary

Uses the two colors flanking the direct complement of Pink 500, offering rich visual variety without harsh chromatic vibration.

Triangular (120°)#99EC46 · #4699EC

Triadic Harmony

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

Rectangular (90°)#ECEC46 · #46EC99 · #4646EC

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 Pink 500

Recommended proportional volume and semantic interface assignment.

Recommended Assignment: Interactive Brand Accent (10% Volume)

With a saturation of 81% and lightness of 60%, Pink 500 (#EC4899) 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 Pink 500 with intentional neutral whitespace reinforces authority and conversion clarity.

Production Code Tokens for Pink 500

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

CSS Custom Properties (:root)Vanilla CSS

:root {
  --color-ec4899: #EC4899;
  --color-ec4899-rgb: 236, 72, 153;
  --color-ec4899-hsl: 330deg 81% 60%;
}

tailwind.config.jsTailwind CSS

module.exports = {
  theme: {
    extend: {
      colors: {
        'ec4899': '#EC4899',
      }
    }
  }
};

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Frequently Asked Questions About Pink 500 (#EC4899)

Authoritative answers covering Pink 500 color codes, WCAG contrast compliance, and UI design systems.

What are the exact digital and print color codes for Pink 500 (#EC4899)?

Pink 500 is defined by the HEX code #EC4899. Its digital screen RGB coordinates are R:236, G:72, B:153. Its cylindrical HSL values are Hue:330°, Saturation:81%, Lightness:60%. In HSV/HSB format, it is 330°, 69%, 93%. For four-color CMYK process printing, its ink percentages are C:0%, M:69%, Y:35%, K:7%.

Does Pink 500 (#EC4899) pass WCAG 2.2 accessibility standards for text readability?

Against a pure white (#FFFFFF) background, Pink 500 achieves a contrast ratio of 3.53:1 (Failing WCAG AA for normal body text, and Passing for large headings). Against dark slate (#0F172A), it achieves a contrast ratio of 5.06:1 (Passing WCAG AA).

What is the direct complementary color for Pink 500 (#EC4899)?

The exact 180-degree optical complementary color for #EC4899 is #46EC99. When placed side-by-side, #EC4899 and #46EC99 create maximum visual tension and high click-through conversion rates.

What is the recommended role for Pink 500 in the 60-30-10 UI design rule?

How can I copy and export Pink 500 into Tailwind CSS and CSS variables?

You can define Pink 500 in CSS custom properties as ':root { --color-custom: #EC4899; }' or paste it into your 'tailwind.config.js' file under 'theme.extend.colors'. You can also generate full palettes containing Pink 500 using our interactive Color Palette Generator.

Which color family does Pink 500 (#EC4899) belong to?

Pink 500 belongs to the Rose & Red family (Warm spectrum). You can explore full tonal ramps and curated palettes in our Rose & Red Color Guide.