Is Strawberry (#FC5A8D) accessible for digital body text?

Against a pure white background (#FFFFFF), #FC5A8D achieves a contrast ratio of 3.01:1 (Failing WCAG AA normal text). Against a dark slate background (#0F172A), it achieves a contrast ratio of 5.94:1 (Passing WCAG AA normal text).

Which color harmonies pair best with Strawberry?

The exact complementary color for #FC5A8D is #5AFCC8. For analogous pairings, use #FC5ADE and #FC785A. You can explore these combinations further in our Color Harmony Generator.

Color Directory/Strawberry

Strawberry (#FC5A8D)

Q: What are the exact digital and print color codes for Strawberry (#FC5A8D)?

Strawberry has the HEX code #FC5A8D. In RGB color coordinates, its values are 252, 90, 141. In HSL, it is 341°, 96%, 67%. In CMYK print values, it corresponds to C:0% M:64% Y:44% K:1%.

Luminance: 30% · Nearest standard name: Strawberry

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STRAWBERRY

#FC5A8D

rgb(252, 90, 141) · hsl(341°, 96%, 67%)

HEX#FC5A8D

RGB252, 90, 141

HSL341°, 96%, 67%

HSV / HSB341°, 64%, 99%

CMYK (Print)0%, 64%, 44%, 1%

Color Harmonies

Complementary

#FC5A8D#5AFCC8

Analogous

#FC5ADE#FC5A8D#FC785A

Triadic

#FC5A8D#8DFC5A#5A8DFC

Tints & Shades

Lighter Tints

Darker Shades

WCAG 2.2 Contrast Verification

Against White (#FFFFFF)3.01:1

Sample text rendered with #FC5A8D on white

AA Normal: FAILAA Large: PASS

Against Dark (#0F172A)5.94:1

Sample text rendered with #FC5A8D on dark

AA Normal: PASSAA Large: PASS

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Comprehensive Color Profile & Design Architecture

The Complete Color Guide to Strawberry (#FC5A8D)

Strawberry (#FC5A8D) is a distinct shade within the Rose & Red chromatic spectrum. Characterized by an optical luminance of 30% 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#FC5A8D

RGB Space252, 90, 141

HSL Values341°, 96%, 67%

HSV / HSB341°, 64%, 99%

CMYK Ink0%, 64%, 44%, 1%

TemperatureWarm

Optical Color Harmony Formulas for Strawberry

Geometric intervals calculated from #FC5A8D on the 360-degree color wheel.

Direct Polar (180°)#5AFCC8

Complementary Harmony

Pairs Strawberry with its polar opposite (#5AFCC8) to create maximum optical contrast, perfect for high-converting call-to-action buttons.

Adjacent (±30°)#FC5ADE · #FC785A

Analogous Harmony

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

Split Angles (150° / 210°)#5AFC78 · #5ADEFC

Split-Complementary

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

Triangular (120°)#8DFC5A · #5A8DFC

Triadic Harmony

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

Rectangular (90°)#DEFC5A · #5AFCC8 · #785AFC

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 Strawberry

Recommended proportional volume and semantic interface assignment.

Recommended Assignment: Interactive Brand Accent (10% Volume)

With a saturation of 96% and lightness of 67%, Strawberry (#FC5A8D) 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

Tonal Expansion ScaleView 10-step design token ramp →

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 Strawberry with intentional neutral whitespace reinforces authority and conversion clarity.

Production Code Tokens for Strawberry

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

CSS Custom Properties (:root)Vanilla CSS

:root {
  --color-fc5a8d: #FC5A8D;
  --color-fc5a8d-rgb: 252, 90, 141;
  --color-fc5a8d-hsl: 341deg 96% 67%;
}

tailwind.config.jsTailwind CSS

module.exports = {
  theme: {
    extend: {
      colors: {
        'fc5a8d': '#FC5A8D',
      }
    }
  }
};

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Frequently Asked Questions About Strawberry (#FC5A8D)

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

What are the exact digital and print color codes for Strawberry (#FC5A8D)?

Strawberry is defined by the HEX code #FC5A8D. Its digital screen RGB coordinates are R:252, G:90, B:141. Its cylindrical HSL values are Hue:341°, Saturation:96%, Lightness:67%. In HSV/HSB format, it is 341°, 64%, 99%. For four-color CMYK process printing, its ink percentages are C:0%, M:64%, Y:44%, K:1%.

Does Strawberry (#FC5A8D) pass WCAG 2.2 accessibility standards for text readability?

Against a pure white (#FFFFFF) background, Strawberry achieves a contrast ratio of 3.01:1 (Failing WCAG AA for normal body text, and Passing for large headings). Against dark slate (#0F172A), it achieves a contrast ratio of 5.94:1 (Passing WCAG AA).

What is the direct complementary color for Strawberry (#FC5A8D)?

The exact 180-degree optical complementary color for #FC5A8D is #5AFCC8. When placed side-by-side, #FC5A8D and #5AFCC8 create maximum visual tension and high click-through conversion rates.

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

How can I copy and export Strawberry into Tailwind CSS and CSS variables?

You can define Strawberry in CSS custom properties as ':root { --color-custom: #FC5A8D; }' or paste it into your 'tailwind.config.js' file under 'theme.extend.colors'. You can also generate full palettes containing Strawberry using our interactive Color Palette Generator.

Which color family does Strawberry (#FC5A8D) belong to?

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