lightpink

#FFB6C1

CSS color

Light Pink (#FFB6C1) is a soft, delicate pink CSS named color with a warm, peachy quality. It is one of the gentlest pinks in the CSS palette, evoking rose petals, baby skin, and the soft warmth of flamingo feathers. It communicates sweetness and tenderness, widely used in children's products, romantic design, and soft feminine palettes.

Color Values

HEX

#FFB6C1

RGB

255, 182, 193

HSL

351.0, 100.0%, 85.7%

HSV

351.0, 28.6%, 100.0%

CMYK

0.0%, 28.6%, 24.3%, 0.0%

OKLCH

0.8474 0.0858 9.1

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: #FFB6C1;
color: #FFB6C1;
border-color: #FFB6C1;
Nearest Tailwind: Rose 300 #FDA4AF

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

1.65:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

Text on black

12.71:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #FFB6C1?

RGB(255, 182, 193) · HSL(351.0, 100.0%, 85.7%) · CMYK(0.0%, 28.6%, 24.3%, 0.0%)

Does #FFB6C1 meet WCAG contrast on white?

1.65:1 — WCAG AA Fail, AAA Fail for normal text.

What text color is readable on #FFB6C1?

Use 000000 text on a #FFB6C1 background; contrast on black is 12.71:1.