#A86887

#A86887

Overview

#A86887 is a warm, light color. In RGB it is 168, 104, 135, in HSL 330.9°, 26.9%, 53.3%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 38.1%, 19.6%, 34.1%. The nearest named color is plum 4.

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Color Values

HEX

#A86887

RGB

168, 104, 135

HSL

330.9, 26.9%, 53.3%

HSV

330.9, 38.1%, 65.9%

CMYK

0.0%, 38.1%, 19.6%, 34.1%

OKLCH

0.5964 0.0911 349.7

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: #A86887;
color: #A86887;
border-color: #A86887;
Nearest Tailwind: Pink 300 #F9A8D4

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

4.2:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

Text on black

4.99:1

AA Pass AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #A86887?

RGB(168, 104, 135) · HSL(330.9, 26.9%, 53.3%) · CMYK(0.0%, 38.1%, 19.6%, 34.1%)

Does #A86887 meet WCAG contrast on white?

4.2:1 — WCAG AA Fail, AAA Fail for normal text.

What text color is readable on #A86887?

Use 000000 text on a #A86887 background; contrast on black is 4.99:1.