hotpink 3

#CD6090

X11 color

Hot Pink 3 (#CD6090) is a medium-deep warm pink from the X11 hot pink series, shifting toward a more raspberry-flamingo tone. It has a vintage, flirty quality somewhere between lipstick and carnival candy—warm enough to feel festive, muted enough to avoid neon intensity. Effective in fashion editorial and cosmetic brand applications.

Color Values

HEX

#CD6090

RGB

205, 96, 144

HSL

333.6, 52.2%, 59.0%

HSV

333.6, 53.2%, 80.4%

CMYK

0.0%, 53.2%, 29.8%, 19.6%

OKLCH

0.6351 0.1473 354.5

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: #CD6090;
color: #CD6090;
border-color: #CD6090;
Nearest Tailwind: Pink 400 #F472B6

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

3.7:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

Text on black

5.67:1

AA Pass AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #CD6090?

RGB(205, 96, 144) · HSL(333.6, 52.2%, 59.0%) · CMYK(0.0%, 53.2%, 29.8%, 19.6%)

Does #CD6090 meet WCAG contrast on white?

3.7:1 — WCAG AA Fail, AAA Fail for normal text.

What text color is readable on #CD6090?

Use 000000 text on a #CD6090 background; contrast on black is 5.67:1.