Deep Pink
HEX: #FF1493 | Modern Palette
Color Specifications
#FF1493
255, 20, 147
327°, 100% ,53%
0, 92, 42, 0
About Deep Pink
Deep Pink (#FF1493) is a color with RGB(255, 20, 147) and HSL(327.6°, 100%, 53.9%). 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 #14FF80, which creates strong contrast. Its triadic palette includes #93FF14 and #1493FF. The name comes from Deep Pink (English).
- HEX: #FF1493
- RGB: 255, 20, 147
- HSL: 327.6°, 100%, 53.9%
- Mood: Energetic, Bold
- Style: Vivid, Warm
- Use case: Text, Button, Accent
- Complementary color: #14FF80
- Triadic colors: #93FF14, #1493FF
- The name comes from Deep Pink (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 #FF1493 from deepest shade to lightest tint.
Frequently Asked Questions
Name, History & Etymology
History
The word 'pink' itself comes from the Dutch 'pinck oogen' meaning 'small eyes', referring to the small eyes of a flower (Dianthus). The color pink has been used in art and fashion for centuries, often associated with youth, femininity, and romance. 'Deep pink' specifically refers to a more saturated and darker version of this hue. The hexadecimal code #ff1493 is a modern, digital representation of this color, standardized for web and digital design. It's a vibrant, almost fuchsia-like pink.
First Recorded Use
While 'pink' has existed for centuries, the specific compound 'deep pink' as a named color, rather than a simple description, became more common with the proliferation of color charts, dyes, and standardized color systems. Its use as a distinct color name likely solidified in the late 19th or early 20th century.
Cultural Associations
Deep pink, like other shades of pink, is often associated with femininity, love, and sweetness. However, its 'deep' quality can also lend it a sense of boldness, passion, and sophistication, distinguishing it from lighter, more pastel pinks. It's frequently seen in fashion, cosmetics, floral arrangements, and branding for products targeting women or conveying a sense of vibrancy and fun. In some contexts, it can also be associated with punk aesthetics or a rebellious femininity due to its intensity.
Code Snippets
/* Background */
.element {
background-color: #FF1493;
}
/* Text */
.element {
color: #FF1493;
}
/* Border */
.element {
border: 1px solid #FF1493;
}/* Linear gradient to complementary */
.element {
background: linear-gradient(
to right,
#FF1493,
#14FF80
);
}
/* Radial gradient */
.element {
background: radial-gradient(
circle,
#FF1493,
#14FF80
);
}// SCSS variable
$deep-pink: #FF1493;
// With RGB channels (useful for rgba() usage)
$deep-pink-r: 255;
$deep-pink-g: 20;
$deep-pink-b: 147;
// Usage
.element {
background-color: $deep-pink;
color: rgba($deep-pink-r, $deep-pink-g, $deep-pink-b, 0.8);
}