#A5697C

#A5697C

Color Values

HEX

#A5697C

RGB

165, 105, 124

HSL

341.0, 25.0%, 52.9%

HSV

341.0, 36.4%, 64.7%

CMYK

0.0%, 36.4%, 24.8%, 35.3%

OKLCH

0.5908 0.0804 359.4

Properties

Color Psychology

Vivid pinks project confidence, playfulness, and bold self-expression. They challenge traditional associations, carrying both the warmth of red and the creativity of violet. Hot pink in particular signals rebellion against conventions and unapologetic individuality.

Design Usage

Medium pink is effective for fashion brands, social media platforms, and marketing campaigns targeting Gen Z audiences. It makes impactful gradient elements when blended with purple or orange. Use it for accent buttons and promotional banners where energy and excitement should override corporate formality.

Color Harmonies

Color Blindness Simulation

CSS Usage

background-color: #A5697C;
color: #A5697C;
border-color: #A5697C;
Nearest Tailwind: Zinc 500 #71717A

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

4.28:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

Text on black

4.91:1

AA Pass AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #A5697C?

RGB(165, 105, 124) · HSL(341.0, 25.0%, 52.9%) · CMYK(0.0%, 36.4%, 24.8%, 35.3%)

Does #A5697C meet WCAG contrast on white?

4.28:1 — WCAG AA Fail, AAA Fail for normal text.

What text color is readable on #A5697C?

Use 000000 text on a #A5697C background; contrast on black is 4.91:1.