Is Rose 500 (#F43F5E) accessible for digital body text?

Against a pure white background (#FFFFFF), #F43F5E achieves a contrast ratio of 3.67:1 (Failing WCAG AA normal text). Against a dark slate background (#0F172A), it achieves a contrast ratio of 4.86:1 (Passing WCAG AA normal text).

Which color harmonies pair best with Rose 500?

The exact complementary color for #F43F5E is #3EF4D6. For analogous pairings, use #F43EB7 and #F47B3E. You can explore these combinations further in our Color Harmony Generator.

Color Directory/Rose 500

Rose 500 (#F43F5E)

Q: What are the exact digital and print color codes for Rose 500 (#F43F5E)?

Rose 500 has the HEX code #F43F5E. In RGB color coordinates, its values are 244, 63, 94. In HSL, it is 350°, 89%, 60%. In CMYK print values, it corresponds to C:0% M:74% Y:61% K:4%.

Luminance: 24% · Nearest standard name: Rose 500

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ROSE 500

#F43F5E

rgb(244, 63, 94) · hsl(350°, 89%, 60%)

HEX#F43F5E

RGB244, 63, 94

HSL350°, 89%, 60%

HSV / HSB350°, 74%, 96%

CMYK (Print)0%, 74%, 61%, 4%

Color Harmonies

Complementary

#F43F5E#3EF4D6

Analogous

#F43EB7#F43F5E#F47B3E

Triadic

#F43F5E#5CF43E#3E5CF4

Tints & Shades

Lighter Tints

Darker Shades

WCAG 2.2 Contrast Verification

Against White (#FFFFFF)3.67:1

Sample text rendered with #F43F5E on white

AA Normal: FAILAA Large: PASS

Against Dark (#0F172A)4.86:1

Sample text rendered with #F43F5E on dark

AA Normal: PASSAA Large: PASS

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Comprehensive Color Profile & Design Architecture

The Complete Color Guide to Rose 500 (#F43F5E)

Rose 500 (#F43F5E) is a distinct shade within the Rose & Red chromatic spectrum. Characterized by an optical luminance of 24% 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#F43F5E

RGB Space244, 63, 94

HSL Values350°, 89%, 60%

HSV / HSB350°, 74%, 96%

CMYK Ink0%, 74%, 61%, 4%

TemperatureWarm

Optical Color Harmony Formulas for Rose 500

Geometric intervals calculated from #F43F5E on the 360-degree color wheel.

Direct Polar (180°)#3EF4D6

Complementary Harmony

Pairs Rose 500 with its polar opposite (#3EF4D6) to create maximum optical contrast, perfect for high-converting call-to-action buttons.

Adjacent (±30°)#F43EB7 · #F47B3E

Analogous Harmony

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

Split Angles (150° / 210°)#3EF47B · #3EB7F4

Split-Complementary

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

Triangular (120°)#5CF43E · #3E5CF4

Triadic Harmony

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

Rectangular (90°)#B7F43E · #3EF4D6 · #7B3EF4

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 Rose 500

Recommended proportional volume and semantic interface assignment.

Recommended Assignment: Interactive Brand Accent (10% Volume)

With a saturation of 89% and lightness of 60%, Rose 500 (#F43F5E) 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 Rose 500 with intentional neutral whitespace reinforces authority and conversion clarity.

Production Code Tokens for Rose 500

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

CSS Custom Properties (:root)Vanilla CSS

:root {
  --color-f43f5e: #F43F5E;
  --color-f43f5e-rgb: 244, 63, 94;
  --color-f43f5e-hsl: 350deg 89% 60%;
}

tailwind.config.jsTailwind CSS

module.exports = {
  theme: {
    extend: {
      colors: {
        'f43f5e': '#F43F5E',
      }
    }
  }
};

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Frequently Asked Questions About Rose 500 (#F43F5E)

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

What are the exact digital and print color codes for Rose 500 (#F43F5E)?

Rose 500 is defined by the HEX code #F43F5E. Its digital screen RGB coordinates are R:244, G:63, B:94. Its cylindrical HSL values are Hue:350°, Saturation:89%, Lightness:60%. In HSV/HSB format, it is 350°, 74%, 96%. For four-color CMYK process printing, its ink percentages are C:0%, M:74%, Y:61%, K:4%.

Does Rose 500 (#F43F5E) pass WCAG 2.2 accessibility standards for text readability?

Against a pure white (#FFFFFF) background, Rose 500 achieves a contrast ratio of 3.67:1 (Failing WCAG AA for normal body text, and Passing for large headings). Against dark slate (#0F172A), it achieves a contrast ratio of 4.86:1 (Passing WCAG AA).

What is the direct complementary color for Rose 500 (#F43F5E)?

The exact 180-degree optical complementary color for #F43F5E is #3EF4D6. When placed side-by-side, #F43F5E and #3EF4D6 create maximum visual tension and high click-through conversion rates.

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

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

You can define Rose 500 in CSS custom properties as ':root { --color-custom: #F43F5E; }' or paste it into your 'tailwind.config.js' file under 'theme.extend.colors'. You can also generate full palettes containing Rose 500 using our interactive Color Palette Generator.

Which color family does Rose 500 (#F43F5E) belong to?

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