Cameo Pink

HEX: #EFBBCC | Modern Palette

On White
1.66:1
FAIL
On Black
12.65:1
PASS

Color Specifications

HEX
#EFBBCC
RGB
239, 187, 204
HSL
340°, 21% ,93%
CMYK
0, 21.76, 14.64, 6.27

About Cameo Pink

Cameo Pink (#EFBBCC) is a color with RGB(239, 187, 204) and HSL(340.38°, 21.76%, 93.73%). In design, it fits Pastel, Warm styles and is suitable for Text, Background, Print. Its complementary color is #BBEFDE, which creates strong contrast. Its triadic palette includes #CCEFBB and #BBCCEF. The name comes from Cameo Pink (English).

  • HEX: #EFBBCC
  • RGB: 239, 187, 204
  • HSL: 340.38°, 21.76%, 93.73%
  • Style: Pastel, Warm
  • Use case: Text, Background, Print
  • Complementary color: #BBEFDE
  • Triadic colors: #CCEFBB, #BBCCEF
  • The name comes from Cameo Pink (English).

Live Components

LIGHT
DARK
System Notification Box

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 #EFBBCC from deepest shade to lightest tint.

Color Characteristics

Mood
Style
Pastel Warm
Use case
Text Background Print

Accessibility Simulation

Deuteranopia #CCCCCB
Protanopia #C2C2CC
Tritanopia #EDBDBD
Achromatopsia #C9C9C9

Frequently Asked Questions

Cameo Pink (#EFBBCC) is a color with RGB(239, 187, 204) and HSL(340.38°, 21.76%, 93.73%).

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

#EFBBCC is suitable for Text, Background, Print and works well with Pastel, Warm styles.

The name Cameo Pink is linked to Cameo Pink from English, meaning A light, delicate pink color, reminiscent of the background or details often found in cameos..

Name, History & Etymology

Origin Word Cameo Pink
Meaning A light, delicate pink color, reminiscent of the background or details often found in cameos.
Language English
First Recorded Use Early 20th Century

History

The term 'cameo' refers to a method of carving, or a piece of jewelry or art created by this method, typically a raised image (positive relief) on a contrasting background. Often, these backgrounds or the material itself would be a pale, delicate color, including various shades of pink, cream, or light blue. The 'pink' in 'Cameo Pink' specifically evokes this soft, often slightly muted, and elegant shade. Its popularity as a color name grew as color standardization became more common, allowing for precise communication of specific hues in industries like fashion, paint, and cosmetics.

First Recorded Use

While the individual words 'cameo' and 'pink' have much older origins, their specific combination to describe this particular shade of pink likely gained traction in the early 20th century, particularly with the rise of standardized color names in fashion, cosmetics, and interior design.

Cultural Associations

Cameo Pink is often associated with femininity, delicacy, romance, and vintage aesthetics. It can evoke a sense of nostalgia and classic elegance. It's frequently seen in bridal wear, lingerie, baby clothing, and interior design aiming for a soft, inviting atmosphere. Its association with cameos also lends it an air of classical artistry and refined taste.

Similar Named Colors
Orchid Pink #F2BDCD ΔE 0.69
Bubble Gum #FFC1CC ΔE 3.78
Pink #FFC0CB ΔE 3.85
Cotton Candy #FFBCD9 ΔE 4.33

Code Snippets

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

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

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

/* Linear gradient to complementary */
.element {
    background: linear-gradient(
        to right,
        #EFBBCC,
        #ECF2F0
    );
}

/* Radial gradient */
.element {
    background: radial-gradient(
        circle,
        #EFBBCC,
        #ECF2F0
    );
}

// SCSS variable
$cameo-pink: #EFBBCC;

// With RGB channels (useful for rgba() usage)
$cameo-pink-r: 239;
$cameo-pink-g: 187;
$cameo-pink-b: 204;

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