Pink Raspberry

HEX: #980036 | Modern Palette

On White
8.79:1
PASS
On Black
2.39:1
FAIL

Color Specifications

HEX
#980036
RGB
152, 0, 54
HSL
338°, 100% ,59%
CMYK
0, 100, 64.47, 40.39

About Pink Raspberry

Pink Raspberry (#980036) is a color with RGB(152, 0, 54) and HSL(338.68°, 100%, 59.61%). It is commonly associated with Energetic, Bold moods. In design, it fits Vivid, Neon styles and is suitable for Text, Button, Accent. Its complementary color is #009862, which creates strong contrast. Its triadic palette includes #369800 and #003698. The name comes from Pink Raspberry (English).

  • HEX: #980036
  • RGB: 152, 0, 54
  • HSL: 338.68°, 100%, 59.61%
  • Mood: Energetic, Bold
  • Style: Vivid, Neon
  • Use case: Text, Button, Accent
  • Complementary color: #009862
  • Triadic colors: #369800, #003698
  • The name comes from Pink Raspberry (English).

Live Components

LIGHT
DARK
System Notification Box

Color Palettes

Monochromatic Five tones of the same hue — a reliable scale for backgrounds, surfaces, and text.
Neutral + Accent Four near-neutral tones grounded by a saturated accent — clean and versatile for UI.
Analogous Five hues drifting across a 60° arc — naturally harmonious and pleasing to the eye.
3 + 1 + 1 Three analogous base colors, one complementary accent, one dark anchor — bold yet balanced.

Color Harmonies

Complementary

The color directly opposite on the color wheel — creates maximum contrast and vibrance.

Analogous

Colors adjacent on the wheel — naturally harmonious and pleasing to the eye.

Triadic

Three colors equally spaced 120° apart — bold, balanced, and visually rich.

Split-Complementary

Two colors flanking the complement — high contrast with less tension than full complementary.

Tetradic (Square)

Four colors at 90° intervals — rich variety, best when one color dominates.

Monochromatic

Shades and tints of the same hue — cohesive, elegant, and easy to work with.

Shades & Tints

A seamless scale of #980036 from deepest shade to lightest tint.

Color Characteristics

Mood
Energetic Bold
Style
Vivid Neon
Use case
Text Button Accent

Accessibility Simulation

Deuteranopia #555530
Protanopia #343437
Tritanopia #970F0F
Achromatopsia #4B4B4B

Frequently Asked Questions

Pink Raspberry (#980036) is a color with RGB(152, 0, 54) and HSL(338.68°, 100%, 59.61%).

#980036 pairs strongly with #009862 as its complementary color. It can also be used with neutral tones for balanced UI and design layouts.

#980036 is suitable for Text, Button, Accent and works well with Vivid, Neon styles.

#980036 is commonly associated with Energetic, Bold.

The name Pink Raspberry is linked to Pink Raspberry from English, meaning A descriptive name for a color, combining 'pink' (a pale red color) and 'raspberry' (a reddish-purple fruit), suggesting a specific shade of pink that might lean towards red or purple, reminiscent of the fruit..

Name, History & Etymology

Origin Word Pink Raspberry
Meaning A descriptive name for a color, combining 'pink' (a pale red color) and 'raspberry' (a reddish-purple fruit), suggesting a specific shade of pink that might lean towards red or purple, reminiscent of the fruit.
Language English
First Recorded Use Late 20th Century - Early 21st Century

History

The individual words 'pink' and 'raspberry' have long histories. 'Pink' as a color name dates back to the 17th century, possibly from the flower 'pink'. 'Raspberry' as a fruit name dates to the 15th century. The combination 'Pink Raspberry' is a modern compound descriptor, typical of color naming conventions that seek to differentiate subtle shades by associating them with natural objects or experiences. Its hexadecimal code #980036 further specifies this particular deep, somewhat muted pink-red.

First Recorded Use

Likely emerged as a specific color name in fashion, cosmetics, or interior design during the late 20th or early 21st century as part of a trend to use more evocative and descriptive names for shades.

Cultural Associations

The name evokes a sense of sweetness, naturalness, and perhaps a slight tartness, similar to the fruit itself. It's often associated with feminine products, spring/summer collections, or playful designs. The 'raspberry' component adds a touch of sophistication or depth compared to a simple 'pink'.

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Code Snippets

/* Background */
.element {
    background-color: #980036;
}

/* Text */
.element {
    color: #980036;
}

/* Border */
.element {
    border: 1px solid #980036;
}

/* Linear gradient to complementary */
.element {
    background: linear-gradient(
        to right,
        #980036,
        #31FFB6
    );
}

/* Radial gradient */
.element {
    background: radial-gradient(
        circle,
        #980036,
        #31FFB6
    );
}

// SCSS variable
$pink-raspberry: #980036;

// With RGB channels (useful for rgba() usage)
$pink-raspberry-r: 152;
$pink-raspberry-g: 0;
$pink-raspberry-b: 54;

// Usage
.element {
    background-color: $pink-raspberry;
    color: rgba($pink-raspberry-r, $pink-raspberry-g, $pink-raspberry-b, 0.8);
}