Is Carnation Pink (#FFA6C9) accessible for digital body text?

Against a pure white background (#FFFFFF), #FFA6C9 achieves a contrast ratio of 1.82:1 (Failing WCAG AA normal text). Against a dark slate background (#0F172A), it achieves a contrast ratio of 9.82:1 (Passing WCAG AA normal text).

Which color harmonies pair best with Carnation Pink?

The exact complementary color for #FFA6C9 is #A8FFDC. For analogous pairings, use #FFA8F6 and #FFB1A8. You can explore these combinations further in our Color Harmony Generator.

Color Directory/Carnation Pink

Carnation Pink (#FFA6C9)

Q: What are the exact digital and print color codes for Carnation Pink (#FFA6C9)?

Carnation Pink has the HEX code #FFA6C9. In RGB color coordinates, its values are 255, 166, 201. In HSL, it is 336°, 100%, 83%. In CMYK print values, it corresponds to C:0% M:35% Y:21% K:0%.

Luminance: 53% · Nearest standard name: Carnation Pink

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CARNATION PINK

#FFA6C9

rgb(255, 166, 201) · hsl(336°, 100%, 83%)

HEX#FFA6C9

RGB255, 166, 201

HSL336°, 100%, 83%

HSV / HSB336°, 35%, 100%

CMYK (Print)0%, 35%, 21%, 0%

Color Harmonies

Complementary

#FFA6C9#A8FFDC

Analogous

#FFA8F6#FFA6C9#FFB1A8

Triadic

#FFA6C9#CBFFA8#A8CBFF

Tints & Shades

Lighter Tints

Darker Shades

WCAG 2.2 Contrast Verification

Against White (#FFFFFF)1.82:1

Sample text rendered with #FFA6C9 on white

AA Normal: FAILAA Large: FAIL

Against Dark (#0F172A)9.82:1

Sample text rendered with #FFA6C9 on dark

AA Normal: PASSAA Large: PASS

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Comprehensive Color Profile & Design Architecture

The Complete Color Guide to Carnation Pink (#FFA6C9)

Carnation Pink (#FFA6C9) is a distinct shade within the Rose & Red chromatic spectrum. Characterized by an optical luminance of 53% 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#FFA6C9

RGB Space255, 166, 201

HSL Values336°, 100%, 83%

HSV / HSB336°, 35%, 100%

CMYK Ink0%, 35%, 21%, 0%

TemperatureWarm

Optical Color Harmony Formulas for Carnation Pink

Geometric intervals calculated from #FFA6C9 on the 360-degree color wheel.

Direct Polar (180°)#A8FFDC

Complementary Harmony

Pairs Carnation Pink with its polar opposite (#A8FFDC) to create maximum optical contrast, perfect for high-converting call-to-action buttons.

Adjacent (±30°)#FFA8F6 · #FFB1A8

Analogous Harmony

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

Split Angles (150° / 210°)#A8FFB1 · #A8F6FF

Split-Complementary

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

Triangular (120°)#CBFFA8 · #A8CBFF

Triadic Harmony

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

Rectangular (90°)#F6FFA8 · #A8FFDC · #B1A8FF

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 Carnation Pink

Recommended proportional volume and semantic interface assignment.

Recommended Assignment: Interactive Brand Accent (10% Volume)

With a saturation of 100% and lightness of 83%, Carnation Pink (#FFA6C9) 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 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 Carnation Pink with intentional neutral whitespace reinforces authority and conversion clarity.

Production Code Tokens for Carnation Pink

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

CSS Custom Properties (:root)Vanilla CSS

:root {
  --color-ffa6c9: #FFA6C9;
  --color-ffa6c9-rgb: 255, 166, 201;
  --color-ffa6c9-hsl: 336deg 100% 83%;
}

tailwind.config.jsTailwind CSS

module.exports = {
  theme: {
    extend: {
      colors: {
        'ffa6c9': '#FFA6C9',
      }
    }
  }
};

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Frequently Asked Questions About Carnation Pink (#FFA6C9)

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

What are the exact digital and print color codes for Carnation Pink (#FFA6C9)?

Carnation Pink is defined by the HEX code #FFA6C9. Its digital screen RGB coordinates are R:255, G:166, B:201. Its cylindrical HSL values are Hue:336°, Saturation:100%, Lightness:83%. In HSV/HSB format, it is 336°, 35%, 100%. For four-color CMYK process printing, its ink percentages are C:0%, M:35%, Y:21%, K:0%.

Does Carnation Pink (#FFA6C9) pass WCAG 2.2 accessibility standards for text readability?

Against a pure white (#FFFFFF) background, Carnation Pink achieves a contrast ratio of 1.82:1 (Failing WCAG AA for normal body text, and Failing for large headings). Against dark slate (#0F172A), it achieves a contrast ratio of 9.82:1 (Passing WCAG AA).

What is the direct complementary color for Carnation Pink (#FFA6C9)?

The exact 180-degree optical complementary color for #FFA6C9 is #A8FFDC. When placed side-by-side, #FFA6C9 and #A8FFDC create maximum visual tension and high click-through conversion rates.

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

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

You can define Carnation Pink in CSS custom properties as ':root { --color-custom: #FFA6C9; }' or paste it into your 'tailwind.config.js' file under 'theme.extend.colors'. You can also generate full palettes containing Carnation Pink using our interactive Color Palette Generator.

Which color family does Carnation Pink (#FFA6C9) belong to?

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