Deep Carmine Pink

HEX: #EF3038 | Modern Palette

On White
4.08:1
FAIL
On Black
5.15:1
PASS

Color Specifications

HEX
#EF3038
RGB
239, 48, 56
HSL
357°, 85% ,56%
CMYK
0, 80, 77, 6

About Deep Carmine Pink

Deep Carmine Pink (#EF3038) is a color with RGB(239, 48, 56) and HSL(357.5°, 85.7%, 56.3%). 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 #30EFE7, which creates strong contrast. Its triadic palette includes #38EF30 and #3038EF. The name comes from Deep Carmine Pink (English).

  • HEX: #EF3038
  • RGB: 239, 48, 56
  • HSL: 357.5°, 85.7%, 56.3%
  • Mood: Energetic, Bold
  • Style: Vivid, Neon
  • Use case: Text, Button, Accent
  • Complementary color: #30EFE7
  • Triadic colors: #38EF30, #3038EF
  • The name comes from Deep Carmine Pink (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 #EF3038 from deepest shade to lightest tint.

Color Characteristics

Style
Vivid Neon
Use case
Text Button Accent

Accessibility Simulation

Deuteranopia #8E8E28
Protanopia #61613B
Tritanopia #EF3131
Achromatopsia #7E7E7E

Frequently Asked Questions

Deep Carmine Pink (#EF3038) is a color with RGB(239, 48, 56) and HSL(357.5°, 85.7%, 56.3%).

#EF3038 pairs strongly with #30EFE7 as its complementary color. It can also be used with neutral tones for balanced UI and design layouts.

#EF3038 is suitable for Text, Button, Accent and works well with Vivid, Neon styles.

#EF3038 is commonly associated with Energetic, Bold.

The name Deep Carmine Pink is linked to Deep Carmine Pink from English, meaning A descriptive color name combining 'Deep' for intensity, 'Carmine' referring to the cochineal dye and its vibrant red-pink hue, and 'Pink' as the general color category..

Name, History & Etymology

Origin Word Deep Carmine Pink
Meaning A descriptive color name combining 'Deep' for intensity, 'Carmine' referring to the cochineal dye and its vibrant red-pink hue, and 'Pink' as the general color category.
Language English
First Recorded Use Late 19th to Early 20th Century (for 'Carmine Pink' as a specific shade, 'Deep' as an intensifier is common across color naming history)

History

Carmine itself has a rich history, derived from carminic acid produced by cochineal insects, used since antiquity by indigenous peoples in the Americas and later adopted by Europeans. It was a highly prized and expensive dye, known for its brilliant, stable red. 'Pink' as a color name emerged in the 17th century, likely from the flower 'pink'. The combination 'Carmine Pink' describes a shade that leans more towards pink than a pure carmine red, while 'Deep' emphasizes its saturation and richness. This specific shade (#ef3038) is a vivid, intense red-pink, reflecting the vibrancy associated with carmine dyes.

First Recorded Use

While 'Carmine' has ancient origins, and 'Pink' emerged in the 17th century, the specific compound 'Carmine Pink' and its variations like 'Deep Carmine Pink' likely solidified as distinct color names in fashion, art, and dye industries during the late 19th and early 20th centuries with the standardization of color charts and increased commercial production of dyes. Exact first use for this precise combination is difficult to pinpoint without extensive historical textile or paint records, but it follows established naming conventions of the period.

Cultural Associations

Colors like 'Deep Carmine Pink' are often associated with passion, romance, energy, and femininity due to their red and pink components. The 'carmine' aspect can evoke a sense of luxury and historical significance due to its origins as a valuable dye. It's a striking color often used in fashion, cosmetics, and design to make a bold statement.

Similar Named Colors

Imperial Red #ED2939 ΔE 1.41
Tractor Red #FD0E35 ΔE 2.27
Carmine Red #FF0038 ΔE 2.88
Ruddy #FF0028 ΔE 3.26

Code Snippets

/* Background */
.element {
    background-color: #EF3038;
}

/* Text */
.element {
    color: #EF3038;
}

/* Border */
.element {
    border: 1px solid #EF3038;
}

/* Linear gradient to complementary */
.element {
    background: linear-gradient(
        to right,
        #EF3038,
        #30EFE7
    );
}

/* Radial gradient */
.element {
    background: radial-gradient(
        circle,
        #EF3038,
        #30EFE7
    );
}

// SCSS variable
$deep-carmine-pink: #EF3038;

// With RGB channels (useful for rgba() usage)
$deep-carmine-pink-r: 239;
$deep-carmine-pink-g: 48;
$deep-carmine-pink-b: 56;

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