Carmine Pink
HEX: #EB4C42 | Modern Palette
Color Specifications
#EB4C42
235, 76, 66
3°, 80% ,59%
0, 68, 72, 8
About Carmine Pink
Carmine Pink (#EB4C42) is a color with RGB(235, 76, 66) and HSL(3.6°, 80.9%, 59%). It is commonly associated with Energetic, Bold moods. In design, it fits Vivid, Warm styles and is suitable for Text, Button, Accent. Its complementary color is #42E1EB, which creates strong contrast. Its triadic palette includes #42EB4C and #4C42EB. The name comes from carminium (Latin), carmin (French), carmine (English) (Latin (via French and English)).
- HEX: #EB4C42
- RGB: 235, 76, 66
- HSL: 3.6°, 80.9%, 59%
- Mood: Energetic, Bold
- Style: Vivid, Warm
- Use case: Text, Button, Accent
- Complementary color: #42E1EB
- Triadic colors: #42EB4C, #4C42EB
- The name comes from carminium (Latin), carmin (French), carmine (English) (Latin (via French and English)).
Live Components
Color Palettes
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 #EB4C42 from deepest shade to lightest tint.
Frequently Asked Questions
Name, History & Etymology
History
Carmine is a brilliant crimson pigment obtained from cochineal insects (Dactylopius coccus). These insects are native to tropical and subtropical South America and Mexico. Indigenous peoples of the Americas used cochineal for centuries before the arrival of Europeans. When the Spanish conquered the Aztec Empire, they recognized the value of cochineal and began exporting it to Europe in the 16th century. It quickly became one of the most important and expensive red dyes and pigments, used in textiles, painting, and cosmetics. The term 'carmine' itself is thought to derive from the medieval Latin 'carminium', which may have roots in Arabic 'qirmiz' (crimson) and Sanskrit 'krmi-ja' (produced by a worm). 'Carmine Pink' specifically refers to a lighter, more pinkish shade of the traditional deep carmine red, often seen as a vibrant, warm pink with red undertones.
First Recorded Use
The word 'carmine' entered English in the late 16th century to refer to the red pigment. 'Carmine pink' as a specific color descriptor likely emerged as color naming became more nuanced, particularly in fashion and art, during the 19th century.
Cultural Associations
Carmine has been historically associated with luxury and royalty due to its intensity and cost. It was used extensively by Old Masters in painting. In modern culture, 'Carmine Pink' evokes vibrancy, passion, and often a playful yet sophisticated energy. It's a popular color in fashion, cosmetics (especially lipsticks and blushes), and graphic design for its eye-catching quality. It can be seen as a more approachable or youthful version of a true crimson.
Code Snippets
/* Background */
.element {
background-color: #EB4C42;
}
/* Text */
.element {
color: #EB4C42;
}
/* Border */
.element {
border: 1px solid #EB4C42;
}/* Linear gradient to complementary */
.element {
background: linear-gradient(
to right,
#EB4C42,
#42E1EB
);
}
/* Radial gradient */
.element {
background: radial-gradient(
circle,
#EB4C42,
#42E1EB
);
}// SCSS variable
$carmine-pink: #EB4C42;
// With RGB channels (useful for rgba() usage)
$carmine-pink-r: 235;
$carmine-pink-g: 76;
$carmine-pink-b: 66;
// Usage
.element {
background-color: $carmine-pink;
color: rgba($carmine-pink-r, $carmine-pink-g, $carmine-pink-b, 0.8);
}