Is Petal Pink (#F6D9D9) accessible for digital body text?

Against a pure white background (#FFFFFF), #F6D9D9 achieves a contrast ratio of 1.33:1 (Failing WCAG AA normal text). Against a dark slate background (#0F172A), it achieves a contrast ratio of 13.47:1 (Passing WCAG AA normal text).

Which color harmonies pair best with Petal Pink?

The exact complementary color for #F6D9D9 is #DAF6F6. For analogous pairings, use #F6DAE8 and #F6E8DA. You can explore these combinations further in our Color Harmony Generator.

Color Directory/Petal Pink

Petal Pink (#F6D9D9)

Q: What are the exact digital and print color codes for Petal Pink (#F6D9D9)?

Petal Pink has the HEX code #F6D9D9. In RGB color coordinates, its values are 246, 217, 217. In HSL, it is 0°, 62%, 91%. In CMYK print values, it corresponds to C:0% M:12% Y:12% K:4%.

Luminance: 74% · Nearest standard name: Petal Pink

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PETAL PINK

#F6D9D9

rgb(246, 217, 217) · hsl(0°, 62%, 91%)

HEX#F6D9D9

RGB246, 217, 217

HSL0°, 62%, 91%

HSV / HSB0°, 12%, 96%

CMYK (Print)0%, 12%, 12%, 4%

Color Harmonies

Complementary

#F6D9D9#DAF6F6

Analogous

#F6DAE8#F6D9D9#F6E8DA

Triadic

#F6D9D9#DAF6DA#DADAF6

Tints & Shades

Lighter Tints

Darker Shades

WCAG 2.2 Contrast Verification

Against White (#FFFFFF)1.33:1

Sample text rendered with #F6D9D9 on white

AA Normal: FAILAA Large: FAIL

Against Dark (#0F172A)13.47:1

Sample text rendered with #F6D9D9 on dark

AA Normal: PASSAA Large: PASS

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Comprehensive Color Profile & Design Architecture

The Complete Color Guide to Petal Pink (#F6D9D9)

Petal Pink (#F6D9D9) is a distinct shade within the Rose & Red chromatic spectrum. Characterized by an optical luminance of 74% 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#F6D9D9

RGB Space246, 217, 217

HSL Values0°, 62%, 91%

HSV / HSB0°, 12%, 96%

CMYK Ink0%, 12%, 12%, 4%

TemperatureWarm

Optical Color Harmony Formulas for Petal Pink

Geometric intervals calculated from #F6D9D9 on the 360-degree color wheel.

Direct Polar (180°)#DAF6F6

Complementary Harmony

Pairs Petal Pink with its polar opposite (#DAF6F6) to create maximum optical contrast, perfect for high-converting call-to-action buttons.

Adjacent (±30°)#F6DAE8 · #F6E8DA

Analogous Harmony

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

Split Angles (150° / 210°)#DAF6E8 · #DAE8F6

Split-Complementary

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

Triangular (120°)#DAF6DA · #DADAF6

Triadic Harmony

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

Rectangular (90°)#E8F6DA · #DAF6F6 · #E8DAF6

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 Petal Pink

Recommended proportional volume and semantic interface assignment.

Recommended Assignment: Dominant Background Canvas (60% Volume)

With an exceptionally high lightness of 91%, Petal Pink (#F6D9D9) serves as a clean, soft canvas surface. It provides ample negative space for dark typography without the harsh ocular glare of stark pure white.

Light Mode SurfaceOptimal canvas surface

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 Petal Pink with intentional neutral whitespace reinforces authority and conversion clarity.

Production Code Tokens for Petal Pink

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

CSS Custom Properties (:root)Vanilla CSS

:root {
  --color-f6d9d9: #F6D9D9;
  --color-f6d9d9-rgb: 246, 217, 217;
  --color-f6d9d9-hsl: 0deg 62% 91%;
}

tailwind.config.jsTailwind CSS

module.exports = {
  theme: {
    extend: {
      colors: {
        'f6d9d9': '#F6D9D9',
      }
    }
  }
};

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Frequently Asked Questions About Petal Pink (#F6D9D9)

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

What are the exact digital and print color codes for Petal Pink (#F6D9D9)?

Petal Pink is defined by the HEX code #F6D9D9. Its digital screen RGB coordinates are R:246, G:217, B:217. Its cylindrical HSL values are Hue:0°, Saturation:62%, Lightness:91%. In HSV/HSB format, it is 0°, 12%, 96%. For four-color CMYK process printing, its ink percentages are C:0%, M:12%, Y:12%, K:4%.

Does Petal Pink (#F6D9D9) pass WCAG 2.2 accessibility standards for text readability?

Against a pure white (#FFFFFF) background, Petal Pink achieves a contrast ratio of 1.33:1 (Failing WCAG AA for normal body text, and Failing for large headings). Against dark slate (#0F172A), it achieves a contrast ratio of 13.47:1 (Passing WCAG AA).

What is the direct complementary color for Petal Pink (#F6D9D9)?

The exact 180-degree optical complementary color for #F6D9D9 is #DAF6F6. When placed side-by-side, #F6D9D9 and #DAF6F6 create maximum visual tension and high click-through conversion rates.

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

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

You can define Petal Pink in CSS custom properties as ':root { --color-custom: #F6D9D9; }' or paste it into your 'tailwind.config.js' file under 'theme.extend.colors'. You can also generate full palettes containing Petal Pink using our interactive Color Palette Generator.

Which color family does Petal Pink (#F6D9D9) belong to?

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