NCS S 0530-R10B Rose

#E89898

NCS color

NCS S 0530-R10B (#E89898) is a medium NCS rose pink — a red with slight blue shift at high lightness and moderate chromaticness. This classic rosy hue occupies the same perceptual space as antique rose and dusty pink, commonly used in wedding stationery, feminine lifestyle brands, and vintage-inspired floral illustration. It's warm yet refined, never harsh.

Color Values

HEX

#E89898

RGB

232, 152, 152

HSL

0.0, 63.5%, 75.3%

HSV

0.0, 34.5%, 91.0%

CMYK

0.0%, 34.5%, 34.5%, 9.0%

OKLCH

0.7596 0.0966 19.6

Properties

Color Psychology

Light pinks represent unconditional love, compassion, and nurturing energy. Known as the most calming color, Baker-Miller pink was famously used in prison cells to reduce aggression. Soft pink tones lower muscle tension and anxiety, creating an atmosphere of gentle reassurance.

Design Usage

Soft pink is widely used in beauty, wellness, and direct-to-consumer brands targeting younger demographics. It creates inviting landing pages and product cards that feel approachable and modern. Combine it with deep charcoal text and white space for a minimal, contemporary aesthetic.

Color Harmonies

Color Blindness Simulation

CSS Usage

background-color: #E89898;
color: #E89898;
border-color: #E89898;
Nearest Tailwind: Red 300 #FCA5A5

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

2.24:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

Text on black

9.38:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #E89898?

RGB(232, 152, 152) · HSL(0.0, 63.5%, 75.3%) · CMYK(0.0%, 34.5%, 34.5%, 9.0%)

Does #E89898 meet WCAG contrast on white?

2.24:1 — WCAG AA Fail, AAA Fail for normal text.

What text color is readable on #E89898?

Use 000000 text on a #E89898 background; contrast on black is 9.38:1.