#B85C90
- RGB
- 184, 92, 144
- Brightness
- 132.1
- HSL (°,%,%)
- 326°, 39%, 54%
- HSV V %
- 72%
- Lab
- 51.7, 43.5, -11.6
- CMYK (%)
- 0%, 50%, 22%, 28%
- PNG size
- 7.2 KB
- Tone / Feel
- mid, soft warm hue
Black text
4.97:1
AA (normal) · AAA (large) (large)
White text
4.22:1
Fail (normal) · AA (large) (large)
Recommended text: Black (4.97:1 — AA / AAA (large))
Color Profile: #B85C90
Common Name: Dusty Rose
RGB: 184, 92, 144
HSL: 323°, 39%, 53%
Contrast:
vs White: 0.4 (Fails AA)
vs Black: 6.9 (Passes AA)
Mood Blurb: This warm and sophisticated shade brings a calm yet elegant vibe. It is often associated with a feeling of luxury, refinement, and subtle beauty. Dusty Rose can evoke a sense of vintage charm or contemporary elegance depending on its context. Its popularity in both fashion and interior design makes it a versatile choice for creating both intimate and upscale atmospheres.
Notable Matches:
- Australian Standard AS2700 - ERICA PINK: #BA5D83 (ΔE=8.00)
- BS 2660 - Cyclamen: #C16674 (ΔE=21.24)
- Behr Paint - Magenta: #BB5A89 (ΔE=4.03)
- Pantone Fashion Home Interiors - Rosebud: #B65F9A (ΔE=4.99)
- RAL Classic - Heather Violet: #C66B93 (ΔE=8.22)
Why Designers Use It:
- Trendiness: Dusty Rose has surged in popularity across fashion, interior design, and even branding. Its retro appeal, combined with contemporary elegance, makes it an enduring favorite.
- Industry Use: Common in the beauty industry for packaging, in the fashion world for clothing and accessories, and frequently chosen for weddings and luxury branding.
- Cultural Connections: It is a classic color in both vintage and contemporary design, linked to femininity, but also seen as a neutral for modern interiors.
- Material Associations: Often seen in natural textiles, ceramics, and even makeup products, it connects to the earthy and natural tones found in minerals and gemstones like rose quartz.