Pink Sherbet

#F78FA7

Crayola color

Pink Sherbet (#F78FA7) is a bright, warm Crayola pink named after the American frozen dessert, capturing the vivid, slightly orange-tinged sweetness of strawberry sherbet. This cheerful, food-associated pink is used in ice cream shop branding, dessert packaging, and playful children's design for its irresistible, appetizing sweet-fruit energy.

Color Values

HEX

#F78FA7

RGB

247, 143, 167

HSL

346.2, 86.7%, 76.5%

HSV

346.2, 42.1%, 96.9%

CMYK

0.0%, 42.1%, 32.4%, 3.1%

OKLCH

0.7664 0.1279 5.7

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: #F78FA7;
color: #F78FA7;
border-color: #F78FA7;
Nearest Tailwind: Rose 300 #FDA4AF

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

2.22:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

Text on black

9.44:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #F78FA7?

RGB(247, 143, 167) · HSL(346.2, 86.7%, 76.5%) · CMYK(0.0%, 42.1%, 32.4%, 3.1%)

Does #F78FA7 meet WCAG contrast on white?

2.22:1 — WCAG AA Fail, AAA Fail for normal text.

What text color is readable on #F78FA7?

Use 000000 text on a #F78FA7 background; contrast on black is 9.44:1.