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#DEA0AF

Brightness
182.4
HSL (°,%,%)
345°, 48%, 75%
HSV V %
87%
Lab
72.1, 25.2, 1.4
PNG size
5.4 KB
Tone / Feel
light, vivid warm hue
Black text 9.75:1 AAA (normal) · AAA (large)
White text 2.15:1 Fail (normal) · Fail (large)

Recommended text: Black (9.75:1 — AAA / AAA)

Color Profile: #DEA0AF

Common Name: Soft Pink

RGB: 222, 160, 175

HSL: 340°, 28%, 74%

Contrast vs White: 2.6 (AA pass)

Contrast vs Black: 7.8 (AAA pass)

Mood: This color embodies a soft, calming presence, often evoking feelings of warmth, gentleness, and elegance. It brings an understated sophistication to its surroundings and is popular in both modern and traditional design contexts.

Notable Matches:

  • Behr: Love At First Sight - #E3A4B2 (ΔE=1.67)
  • Benjamin Moore: Hummingbird - #D9A0A9 (ΔE=3.60)
  • Sikkens: Color Concept - #DEA0AF (ΔE=0.00)
  • Pantone: Sea Pink - #DE98AB (ΔE=4.24)
  • Munsell: 7.5rp 7/6 - #D99FAB (ΔE=2.25)

Why Designers Use It:

This soft pink hue is widely used in design for its neutral yet expressive qualities. It's particularly popular in branding and interior design, where it conveys both elegance and a touch of warmth. In fashion, it's a go-to color for creating sophisticated, feminine palettes. Designers appreciate its versatility—able to evoke both calmness and luxury—making it a favorite in beauty products, fashion accessories, and home decor.

Its appeal spans industries such as cosmetics, luxury goods, and hospitality, where a balance between warmth and refinement is key. The hue is often chosen for its association with soft femininity and a timeless, classic vibe. Though it's modern and fresh, its historical roots in romantic and vintage aesthetics make it an enduring favorite.

From minimalist decor to high-end branding, designers use it to introduce subtle refinement into any space or product. Whether for a calming bedroom design or a chic beauty brand, it's seen as both contemporary and gracefully traditional.

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