Strawberry
HEX: #FC5A8D | Modern Palette
Color Specifications
#FC5A8D
252, 90, 141
341°, 64% ,98%
0, 64.29, 44.05, 1.18
About Strawberry
Strawberry (#FC5A8D) is a color with RGB(252, 90, 141) and HSL(341.11°, 64.29%, 98.82%). In design, it fits Warm styles and is suitable for Text, Button, Background. Its complementary color is #5AFCC9, which creates strong contrast. Its triadic palette includes #8DFC5A and #5A8DFC. The name comes from streawberige (Old English).
- HEX: #FC5A8D
- RGB: 252, 90, 141
- HSL: 341.11°, 64.29%, 98.82%
- Style: Warm
- Use case: Text, Button, Background
- Complementary color: #5AFCC9
- Triadic colors: #8DFC5A, #5A8DFC
- The name comes from streawberige (Old 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 #FC5A8D from deepest shade to lightest tint.
Color Characteristics
Accessibility Simulation
#A1A188
#7B7B8E
#F96262
#959595
Frequently Asked Questions
Name, History & Etymology
History
The name 'strawberry' in English has a somewhat debated origin. The most common theory is that it refers to the practice of 'strewing' straw around the plants to protect the fruit from rot and keep them clean. Another theory suggests it comes from the 'straw-like' achenes (the tiny 'seeds' on the outside) of the fruit. A less common theory relates it to the Old English word 'streaw' meaning 'to stray' or 'wander', referring to the plant's runners. The modern cultivated strawberry is a hybrid of two American species, *Fragaria virginiana* from eastern North America and *Fragaria chiloensis* from Chile, first bred in France in the 18th century.
First Recorded Use
The exact first recorded use in a written text is difficult to pinpoint precisely, but the Old English term 'streawberige' was in use prior to the the Norman Conquest (1066).
Cultural Associations
Strawberries are widely celebrated in various cultures, often symbolizing purity, passion, and healing. They are a popular flavor in desserts, jams, and beverages worldwide. Many festivals are dedicated to strawberries, especially in regions where they are a significant crop. In some traditions, sharing a split strawberry is believed to lead to love between two people.
Code Snippets
/* Background */
.element {
background-color: #FC5A8D;
}
/* Text */
.element {
color: #FC5A8D;
}
/* Border */
.element {
border: 1px solid #FC5A8D;
}/* Linear gradient to complementary */
.element {
background: linear-gradient(
to right,
#FC5A8D,
#FAFEFD
);
}
/* Radial gradient */
.element {
background: radial-gradient(
circle,
#FC5A8D,
#FAFEFD
);
}// SCSS variable
$strawberry: #FC5A8D;
// With RGB channels (useful for rgba() usage)
$strawberry-r: 252;
$strawberry-g: 90;
$strawberry-b: 141;
// Usage
.element {
background-color: $strawberry;
color: rgba($strawberry-r, $strawberry-g, $strawberry-b, 0.8);
}