Fandango Pink

HEX: #DE5285 | Modern Palette

On White
3.72:1
FAIL
On Black
5.65:1
PASS

Color Specifications

HEX
#DE5285
RGB
222, 82, 133
HSL
338°, 63% ,87%
CMYK
0, 63.06, 40.09, 12.94

About Fandango Pink

Fandango Pink (#DE5285) is a color with RGB(222, 82, 133) and HSL(338.14°, 63.06%, 87.06%). In design, it fits Warm styles and is suitable for Text, Button, Background. Its complementary color is #52DEAB, which creates strong contrast. Its triadic palette includes #85DE52 and #5285DE. The name comes from Fandango (Spanish (via English adoption)).

  • HEX: #DE5285
  • RGB: 222, 82, 133
  • HSL: 338.14°, 63.06%, 87.06%
  • Style: Warm
  • Use case: Text, Button, Background
  • Complementary color: #52DEAB
  • Triadic colors: #85DE52, #5285DE
  • The name comes from Fandango (Spanish (via English adoption)).

Live Components

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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 #DE5285 from deepest shade to lightest tint.

Color Characteristics

Mood
Style
Warm
Use case
Text Button Background

Accessibility Simulation

Deuteranopia #8E8E81
Protanopia #6E6E86
Tritanopia #DB5A5A
Achromatopsia #848484

Frequently Asked Questions

Fandango Pink (#DE5285) is a color with RGB(222, 82, 133) and HSL(338.14°, 63.06%, 87.06%).

#DE5285 pairs strongly with #52DEAB as its complementary color. It can also be used with neutral tones for balanced UI and design layouts.

#DE5285 is suitable for Text, Button, Background and works well with Warm styles.

The name Fandango Pink is linked to Fandango from Spanish (via English adoption), meaning A lively Spanish dance, typically performed by a couple, to the accompaniment of guitars and castanets or hand-clapping. The 'pink' descriptor is an English addition to specify a color..

Name, History & Etymology

Origin Word Fandango
Meaning A lively Spanish dance, typically performed by a couple, to the accompaniment of guitars and castanets or hand-clapping. The 'pink' descriptor is an English addition to specify a color.
Language Spanish (via English adoption)
First Recorded Use Late 20th Century (as a color name)

History

The term 'fandango' entered English from Spanish in the mid-18th century, referring to the dance. Its association with a color, 'Fandango Pink,' is metaphorical, likely evoking the vibrancy, passion, or perhaps the costumes associated with the dance. The specific shade #de5285 is a deep, somewhat muted fuchsia or magenta, which could be seen as lively and expressive, fitting the dance's character. The 'pink' addition simply categorizes it within the pink spectrum.

First Recorded Use

The word 'fandango' itself dates back to the 18th century in English. 'Fandango Pink' as a specific color name, particularly with a hex code like #de5285, is a modern invention, likely emerging in the latter half of the 20th century or early 21st century with the rise of digital color systems and expanded color palettes for design and fashion. It's not a historically recognized 'named color' from centuries past.

Cultural Associations

The name 'Fandango Pink' evokes a sense of festivity, passion, and exoticism due to its Spanish dance origin. It suggests a vibrant, energetic, and perhaps romantic hue. In modern culture, such a color might be used in fashion, interior design, or branding to convey excitement, creativity, or a touch of dramatic flair. It's less a 'sweet' pink and more a 'bold' pink.

Similar Named Colors
Blush #DE5D83 ΔE 2.84
Dark Pink #E75480 ΔE 2.99
Cerise Pink #EC3B83 ΔE 3.16
French Rose #F64A8A ΔE 3.95

Code Snippets

/* Background */
.element {
    background-color: #DE5285;
}

/* Text */
.element {
    color: #DE5285;
}

/* Border */
.element {
    border: 1px solid #DE5285;
}

/* Linear gradient to complementary */
.element {
    background: linear-gradient(
        to right,
        #DE5285,
        #C9F3E4
    );
}

/* Radial gradient */
.element {
    background: radial-gradient(
        circle,
        #DE5285,
        #C9F3E4
    );
}

// SCSS variable
$fandango-pink: #DE5285;

// With RGB channels (useful for rgba() usage)
$fandango-pink-r: 222;
$fandango-pink-g: 82;
$fandango-pink-b: 133;

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