#DB43A1 Hex Color

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With high saturation and medium lightness, #db43a1 delivers a bold pink with a warm, slightly purple undertone. Its energetic character suits calls to action, cosmetics, fashion, confectionery, and playful branding. Keep it near a 10% accent role with charcoal or deep navy, since large areas can feel intense. Black text has about 5.3:1 contrast. The hex code is #db43a1.

Questions about #db43a1

What is #db43a1 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #db43a1 is rgb(219, 67, 161), in HSL hsl(323, 68%, 56%) and in CMYK 0%, 69%, 26%, 14%.
Does #db43a1 feel warm or cool?
It reads as a warm pink because its strong red component outweighs its purple bias, creating an energetic feel rather than an icy one, while the slight violet undertone keeps #db43a1 from looking purely coral in bright palettes.
What colors pair well with #db43a1?
It pairs well with deep navy and charcoal, which temper its high saturation and provide a grounded backdrop. Use it as a small accent beside navy or charcoal for a lively palette that stays balanced.
Is #db43a1 readable on white or black?
#db43a1 has a 3.94:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.32:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it works only for large text (24px, or 18.5px bold) and on black it works for body text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.