#CC0074 Hex Color
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The hex code #cc0074 is a saturated, dark pink with strong red-magenta undertones. Its high chroma brings energy and attention to calls to action, cosmetics, fashion, and playful branding. Use it as a small accent against charcoal or warm cream rather than a full-page background. White text reaches about 5.5:1 contrast, meeting WCAG AA for body text.
Questions about #cc0074
What is #cc0074 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #cc0074 is rgb(204, 0, 116), in HSL hsl(326, 100%, 40%) and in CMYK 0%, 100%, 43%, 20%. Browse more shades of pink with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #cc0074?
Pair #cc0074 with charcoal, warm cream, or soft blush tones to balance its saturated red-magenta energy; use charcoal for bold contrast and cream for a softer editorial or beauty-focused palette.
Is #cc0074 readable on white or black?
#cc0074 has a 5.49:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.81:1 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.