pink 1

#FFB5C5

X11 color

Pink 1 (#FFB5C5) is the lightest X11 Pink — a pure, bright warm pink slightly lighter and more saturated than CSS pink. This vivid pastel pink has a fresh, clean quality used in confectionery packaging, spring floral design, and feminine tech products for its unambiguously cheerful, sweet character.

Color Values

HEX

#FFB5C5

RGB

255, 181, 197

HSL

347.0, 100.0%, 85.5%

HSV

347.0, 29.0%, 100.0%

CMYK

0.0%, 29.0%, 22.7%, 0.0%

OKLCH

0.8468 0.088 4.9

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: #FFB5C5;
color: #FFB5C5;
border-color: #FFB5C5;
Nearest Tailwind: Rose 300 #FDA4AF

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

1.66:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

Text on black

12.67:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #FFB5C5?

RGB(255, 181, 197) · HSL(347.0, 100.0%, 85.5%) · CMYK(0.0%, 29.0%, 22.7%, 0.0%)

Does #FFB5C5 meet WCAG contrast on white?

1.66:1 — WCAG AA Fail, AAA Fail for normal text.

What text color is readable on #FFB5C5?

Use 000000 text on a #FFB5C5 background; contrast on black is 12.67:1.