Brilliant Rose
HEX: #FF55A3 | Modern Palette
Color Specifications
#FF55A3
255, 85, 163
332°, 100% ,66%
0, 67, 36, 0
About Brilliant Rose
Brilliant Rose (#FF55A3) is a color with RGB(255, 85, 163) and HSL(332.5°, 100%, 66.7%). 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 #55FFB1, which creates strong contrast. Its triadic palette includes #A3FF55 and #55A3FF. The name comes from Brilliant Rose (English).
- HEX: #FF55A3
- RGB: 255, 85, 163
- HSL: 332.5°, 100%, 66.7%
- Mood: Energetic, Bold
- Style: Vivid, Neon
- Use case: Text, Button, Accent
- Complementary color: #55FFB1
- Triadic colors: #A3FF55, #55A3FF
- The name comes from Brilliant Rose (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 #FF55A3 from deepest shade to lightest tint.
Frequently Asked Questions
Name, History & Etymology
History
The term 'brilliant' has been used to describe colors since at least the 17th century, often referring to a high degree of luminosity or intensity. 'Rose' as a color name dates back to the late 18th century, directly referencing the flower. The combination 'Brilliant Rose' is a more recent compound descriptor, likely gaining traction as brands sought evocative and distinct names for their products. The specific hex code #ff55a3 represents a vibrant, saturated shade of pink, leaning towards magenta, which aligns with the 'brilliant' descriptor.
First Recorded Use
The exact first use of 'Brilliant Rose' as a specific color name or product descriptor is difficult to pinpoint precisely without a dedicated historical color dictionary. However, the combination of 'brilliant' (implying intensity and sparkle) and 'rose' (a common color descriptor for shades of pink/red) likely emerged in marketing and descriptive language in the latter half of the 20th century, particularly with the advent of more precise color naming in cosmetics, fashion, and digital media. The hex code #ff55a3 itself is a modern digital representation.
Cultural Associations
Roses, in general, carry significant cultural weight, symbolizing love, beauty, passion, and often femininity. A 'brilliant' rose could imply a heightened or more intense version of these qualities. In modern culture, vibrant pinks like 'Brilliant Rose' are often associated with playfulness, glamour, youth, and sometimes a bold, confident femininity. It's a color that stands out and demands attention.
Code Snippets
/* Background */
.element {
background-color: #FF55A3;
}
/* Text */
.element {
color: #FF55A3;
}
/* Border */
.element {
border: 1px solid #FF55A3;
}/* Linear gradient to complementary */
.element {
background: linear-gradient(
to right,
#FF55A3,
#55FFB1
);
}
/* Radial gradient */
.element {
background: radial-gradient(
circle,
#FF55A3,
#55FFB1
);
}// SCSS variable
$brilliant-rose: #FF55A3;
// With RGB channels (useful for rgba() usage)
$brilliant-rose-r: 255;
$brilliant-rose-g: 85;
$brilliant-rose-b: 163;
// Usage
.element {
background-color: $brilliant-rose;
color: rgba($brilliant-rose-r, $brilliant-rose-g, $brilliant-rose-b, 0.8);
}