Pink Lavender

HEX: #D8B2D1 | Modern Palette

On White
1.87:1
FAIL
On Black
11.21:1
PASS

Color Specifications

HEX
#D8B2D1
RGB
216, 178, 209
HSL
311°, 17% ,84%
CMYK
0, 17.59, 3.24, 15.29

About Pink Lavender

Pink Lavender (#D8B2D1) is a color with RGB(216, 178, 209) and HSL(311.05°, 17.59%, 84.71%). In design, it fits Pastel, Warm styles and is suitable for Text, Background, Print. Its complementary color is #B2D8B9, which creates strong contrast. Its triadic palette includes #D1D8B2 and #B2D1D8. The name comes from Pink Lavender (English).

  • HEX: #D8B2D1
  • RGB: 216, 178, 209
  • HSL: 311.05°, 17.59%, 84.71%
  • Style: Pastel, Warm
  • Use case: Text, Background, Print
  • Complementary color: #B2D8B9
  • Triadic colors: #D1D8B2, #B2D1D8
  • The name comes from Pink Lavender (English).

Live Components

LIGHT
DARK
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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 #D8B2D1 from deepest shade to lightest tint.

Color Characteristics

Mood
Style
Pastel Warm
Use case
Text Background Print

Accessibility Simulation

Deuteranopia #BEBED0
Protanopia #B7B7D1
Tritanopia #D4B6B6
Achromatopsia #BDBDBD

Frequently Asked Questions

Pink Lavender (#D8B2D1) is a color with RGB(216, 178, 209) and HSL(311.05°, 17.59%, 84.71%).

#D8B2D1 pairs strongly with #B2D8B9 as its complementary color. It can also be used with neutral tones for balanced UI and design layouts.

#D8B2D1 is suitable for Text, Background, Print and works well with Pastel, Warm styles.

The name Pink Lavender is linked to Pink Lavender from English, meaning A descriptive color name combining 'pink' (a pale red color) and 'lavender' (a pale purple color, often associated with the flower)..

Name, History & Etymology

Origin Word Pink Lavender
Meaning A descriptive color name combining 'pink' (a pale red color) and 'lavender' (a pale purple color, often associated with the flower).
Language English
First Recorded Use Late 20th Century - Early 21st Century

History

The term 'pink' dates back to the late 17th century, referring to the flower and then the color. 'Lavender' as a color name appeared in the mid-19th century, derived from the flower. The combination 'Pink Lavender' is a modern descriptive compound, typical of the trend in the late 20th and early 21st centuries to create highly specific color names for commercial and aesthetic purposes. It describes a shade that is a blend or a specific tone within the pink-purple spectrum, leaning towards pink but with the softness and coolness often associated with lavender.

First Recorded Use

The specific compound 'Pink Lavender' as a distinct color name likely emerged with the proliferation of digital color systems, paint swatches, and fashion/design terminology requiring more nuanced and descriptive color labels. While 'pink' and 'lavender' have long histories, their precise combination as a named hue is more recent.

Cultural Associations

This color evokes feelings of softness, femininity, tranquility, and often a sense of playfulness or romance. It's commonly found in fashion, interior design (especially nurseries and bedrooms), cosmetics, and branding for products aimed at women or children. It can be seen as a more whimsical or gentle alternative to a pure lavender or a brighter pink.

Similar Named Colors
Thistle #D8BFD8 ΔE 4.53
Pink Pearl #E7ACCF ΔE 4.53
Lilac #C8A2C8 ΔE 4.71
Light Orchid #E6A8D7 ΔE 5.61

Code Snippets

/* Background */
.element {
    background-color: #D8B2D1;
}

/* Text */
.element {
    color: #D8B2D1;
}

/* Border */
.element {
    border: 1px solid #D8B2D1;
}

/* Linear gradient to complementary */
.element {
    background: linear-gradient(
        to right,
        #D8B2D1,
        #D1DFD4
    );
}

/* Radial gradient */
.element {
    background: radial-gradient(
        circle,
        #D8B2D1,
        #D1DFD4
    );
}

// SCSS variable
$pink-lavender: #D8B2D1;

// With RGB channels (useful for rgba() usage)
$pink-lavender-r: 216;
$pink-lavender-g: 178;
$pink-lavender-b: 209;

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