#C20389 Hex Color

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Highly saturated and moderately dark, #c20389 is a strong pink with a warm magenta undertone. Its intense color brings energy and attention to calls to action, cosmetics, fashion, and playful packaging. Use it as a small accent beside charcoal or deep navy rather than a full-page background. The hex code #c20389 supports clear white text at about 5.7:1 contrast.

Questions about #c20389

What is #c20389 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #c20389 is rgb(194, 3, 137), in HSL hsl(318, 97%, 39%) and in CMYK 0%, 98%, 29%, 24%.
Does #c20389 read as warm or cool?
#c20389 reads as a warm magenta pink because its strong pink base leans toward red rather than violet-blue, giving interfaces and packaging an energetic, playful feel when used as a small accent against dark neutrals.
What colors pair well with #c20389?
#c20389 pairs well with charcoal or deep navy, which ground its saturated warmth without competing for attention; white adds crisp contrast, while pale pink and warm neutrals create a softer palette for cosmetics, fashion, and playful packaging.
Is #c20389 readable on white or black?
#c20389 has a 5.72:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.66:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it works for body text and on black it works only for large text (24px, or 18.5px bold). Try other pairs in the contrast checker.