Pale Magenta-pink

HEX: #FF99CC | Modern Palette

On White
1.97:1
FAIL
On Black
10.68:1
PASS

Color Specifications

HEX
#FF99CC
RGB
255, 153, 204
HSL
330°, 40% ,100%
CMYK
0, 40, 20, 0

About Pale Magenta-pink

Pale Magenta-pink (#FF99CC) is a color with RGB(255, 153, 204) and HSL(330°, 40%, 100%). In design, it fits Warm styles and is suitable for Text, Background, Print. Its complementary color is #99FFCC, which creates strong contrast. Its triadic palette includes #CCFF99 and #99CCFF. The name comes from Pale Magenta-pink (English).

  • HEX: #FF99CC
  • RGB: 255, 153, 204
  • HSL: 330°, 40%, 100%
  • Style: Warm
  • Use case: Text, Background, Print
  • Complementary color: #99FFCC
  • Triadic colors: #CCFF99, #99CCFF
  • The name comes from Pale Magenta-pink (English).

Live Components

LIGHT
DARK
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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 #FF99CC from deepest shade to lightest tint.

Color Characteristics

Mood
Style
Warm
Use case
Text Background Print

Accessibility Simulation

Deuteranopia #BEBECA
Protanopia #A8A8CC
Tritanopia #FBA1A1
Achromatopsia #B9B9B9

Frequently Asked Questions

Pale Magenta-pink (#FF99CC) is a color with RGB(255, 153, 204) and HSL(330°, 40%, 100%).

#FF99CC pairs strongly with #99FFCC as its complementary color. It can also be used with neutral tones for balanced UI and design layouts.

#FF99CC is suitable for Text, Background, Print and works well with Warm styles.

The name Pale Magenta-pink is linked to Pale Magenta-pink from English, meaning A light, desaturated shade of magenta, leaning towards pink..

Name, History & Etymology

Origin Word Pale Magenta-pink
Meaning A light, desaturated shade of magenta, leaning towards pink.
Language English
First Recorded Use Late 19th - Early 20th Century (as a compound descriptor)

History

Magenta itself was named in 1859 after the Battle of Magenta in Italy, coinciding with the discovery of a new aniline dye. Pink has been used as a color name since the late 17th century. 'Pale' as a descriptor for color is ancient. The combination 'Pale Magenta-pink' indicates a nuanced understanding and description of color, moving beyond basic color names to specify lightness and hue variations. Its use would have become more common as color reproduction and description became more precise in industries like textiles, cosmetics, and graphic design.

First Recorded Use

The individual terms 'pale', 'magenta', and 'pink' have much older origins. The specific compound 'Pale Magenta-pink' as a precise color descriptor likely emerged with the increased sophistication of color naming and standardization in art, fashion, and printing, particularly after the widespread adoption of magenta as a named color (mid-19th century).

Cultural Associations

This color, being a light pinkish-magenta, often carries associations similar to pink: femininity, sweetness, romance, and youth. In some contexts, it might be seen as playful or delicate. The 'magenta' aspect adds a touch more vibrancy or sophistication than a pure light pink. It's a popular color in fashion, interior design, and cosmetics, often chosen for its soft yet cheerful appeal.

Similar Named Colors
Pastel Magenta #F49AC2 ΔE 2.62
Carnation Pink #FFA6C9 ΔE 4.06
Amaranth Pink #F19CBB ΔE 4.67
Kobi #E79FC4 ΔE 4.74

Code Snippets

/* Background */
.element {
    background-color: #FF99CC;
}

/* Text */
.element {
    color: #FF99CC;
}

/* Border */
.element {
    border: 1px solid #FF99CC;
}

/* Linear gradient to complementary */
.element {
    background: linear-gradient(
        to right,
        #FF99CC,
        #FFFFFF
    );
}

/* Radial gradient */
.element {
    background: radial-gradient(
        circle,
        #FF99CC,
        #FFFFFF
    );
}

// SCSS variable
$pale-magenta-pink: #FF99CC;

// With RGB channels (useful for rgba() usage)
$pale-magenta-pink-r: 255;
$pale-magenta-pink-g: 153;
$pale-magenta-pink-b: 204;

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