All about the colour pink: description, colour codes and shades

The colour pink comes from the combination of bright, vibrant red and white, resulting in a vibrant and energetic shade. Pink is often associated with youth, fun and playfulness and is a symbol of femininity and romance in many cultures. This colour is particularly popular in the fashion industry and in branding, where companies want to convey freshness and optimism.

According to colour psychology, the colour pink can have a positive effect on mood, creating a calming and soothing feeling. However, excessive use can be irritating, especially if the shade is too bright. Pastel pink is generally considered to have a softer and gentler effect, which is a common choice in child-friendly environments. Overall, pink is a dynamic and versatile colour, and its different shades can create different emotional and visual effects.

Pink colour RGB and HEX colour codes

The pink colour is RGB code (255, 192, 203) and the HEX code is #FFC0CB.

Colour scheme	Code/Weights
Hex	#FFC0CB
RGB	rgb(255, 192, 203)
HSL	hsl(350, 100%, 88%)
HSV/HSB	hsv(350, 25%, 100%)
CMYK	cmyk(0%, 25%, 20%, 0%)
Contrasting colour	#00FFF4
Complementary colour	#00FFFF

Dark and light shades of pink

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Dark shades

Light shades

Pink's complementary colour palettes

With its vibrant and pleasant shades, pink can easily change the mood of any environment. Here are some colour palettes that complement this colour perfectly.

Complementary palette

Analogue palette

Monochrome palette

Triad palette

Tetrade palette

Split complementary palette

Neutral palette

What is the colour of pink?

The colour pink is usually a bright shade of pink, often derived from a mixture of red and white. The colour pink can take many shades, from pale pink to deep, intense tones.

What makes the colour pink?

The colour of pink depends on several factors. Primarily, the hue is determined by the ratio of red to white when mixed. The more white is added to the red colour, the lighter the pink will be. In addition, the saturation and brightness of the colour can also affect the hue of the pink, which is defined by the colour codes RGB (Red, Green, Blue) or CMYK (Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, Black) models can be used to accurately determine.

How is the pink colour colour mixing possible?

The pink colour can be mixed by mixing red and white colours. The amount of red paint is gradually increased by mixing with white paint until the desired shade of pink is achieved. The intensity of the shade depends on how much red dye is added to the mixture.