Quinacridone Magenta
HEX: #8E3A59 | Modern Palette
Color Specifications
#8E3A59
142, 58, 89
337°, 59% ,55%
0, 59.15, 37.32, 44.31
About Quinacridone Magenta
Quinacridone Magenta (#8E3A59) is a color with RGB(142, 58, 89) and HSL(337.86°, 59.15%, 55.69%). It is commonly associated with Romantic moods. In design, it fits Warm styles and is suitable for Text, Button, Logo. Its complementary color is #3A8E6F, which creates strong contrast. Its triadic palette includes #598E3A and #3A598E. The name comes from Quinacridone Magenta (English (scientific/chemical nomenclature)).
- HEX: #8E3A59
- RGB: 142, 58, 89
- HSL: 337.86°, 59.15%, 55.69%
- Mood: Romantic
- Style: Warm
- Use case: Text, Button, Logo
- Complementary color: #3A8E6F
- Triadic colors: #598E3A, #3A598E
- The name comes from Quinacridone Magenta (English (scientific/chemical nomenclature)).
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 #8E3A59 from deepest shade to lightest tint.
Frequently Asked Questions
Name, History & Etymology
History
Quinacridone pigments were first synthesized by the DuPont company in 1935, but their commercial introduction as high-performance pigments didn't occur until 1958. 'Quinacridone Magenta' quickly became popular due to its exceptional lightfastness, transparency, and vibrant color, making it a superior alternative to less stable traditional magenta pigments. It is a polycyclic pigment, meaning its molecular structure consists of multiple rings, which contributes to its stability and color properties. The specific 'magenta' hue is achieved through particular substitutions and crystal forms of the quinacridone molecule.
First Recorded Use
1958 (for quinacridone pigments in general, specifically magenta hues followed shortly after)
Cultural Associations
Quinacridone Magenta is highly valued in fine art, particularly in watercolor and acrylic painting, for its brilliant, clean magenta color and excellent permanence. It is often used by artists who require a reliable, non-fading pink/purple. In design and printing, it's a key component for achieving vibrant purples and fuchsias. Its stability has made it a staple in automotive paints and other industrial coatings where color retention is crucial. It represents a significant advancement in pigment technology, offering artists and manufacturers a durable and intense magenta previously unavailable.
Code Snippets
/* Background */
.element {
background-color: #8E3A59;
}
/* Text */
.element {
color: #8E3A59;
}
/* Border */
.element {
border: 1px solid #8E3A59;
}/* Linear gradient to complementary */
.element {
background: linear-gradient(
to right,
#8E3A59,
#4BD1A0
);
}
/* Radial gradient */
.element {
background: radial-gradient(
circle,
#8E3A59,
#4BD1A0
);
}// SCSS variable
$quinacridone-magenta: #8E3A59;
// With RGB channels (useful for rgba() usage)
$quinacridone-magenta-r: 142;
$quinacridone-magenta-g: 58;
$quinacridone-magenta-b: 89;
// Usage
.element {
background-color: $quinacridone-magenta;
color: rgba($quinacridone-magenta-r, $quinacridone-magenta-g, $quinacridone-magenta-b, 0.8);
}