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Pink / Magenta · 🇯🇵 和色

牡丹 (Botan)

#C1328E

A medium vivid pink with natural undertones. A traditional Japanese color (和色) with deep cultural roots in kimono, ink painting, and seasonal aesthetics.

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Emotion & Mood

Emotion
BalancedCreative
Mood
StableGrounded

Personality & Symbolism

BalancedApproachableVersatile
Cultural Symbolism

Rooted in Japanese culture, nature, and seasonal beauty.

Recommended Use

Suitable for accent colors and attention-grabbing elements.

Color Harmonies

Complementary
#C1328E
+
#32c365
Split Complementary
#48c332
#C1328E
#32c3ad
Darker Shades
Lighter Tints

Visual Analysis

Hue321°
Saturation59%
Lightness48%
This is a medium-toned color with moderate saturation. It falls in the purple hue family (321°).

Technical Values

HEX#C1328E
RGBrgb(193, 50, 142)
HSLhsl(321, 59%, 48%)
CMYK0%, 74%, 26%, 24%
ContrastDark
CSSbackground: #C1328E;

Accessibility — WCAG Contrast

White Text Sample
The quick brown fox jumps.
5.10:1
AA AAA
Black Text Sample
The quick brown fox jumps.
4.11:1
AA AAA

WCAG 2.1 requires a contrast ratio of ≥4.5:1 for AA (normal text) and ≥7:1 for AAA. Best text color for this background: white (#FFFFFF).

Color Psychology

Color Temperature

This warm-toned color (hue 321°) triggers psychological responses associated with energy, comfort, and action. Warm colors appear to advance towards the viewer, making elements feel closer and more prominent.

Visual Weight

This mid-range lightness (48%) creates a balanced visual presence — neither heavy nor ethereal. It works well for both text and interactive elements.

Saturation Impact

Moderate saturation (59%) strikes a balance between engagement and comfort. These tones can be viewed for extended periods without fatigue, making them ideal for interfaces used daily.

Design Applications

Luxury & Premium

Evokes luxury and exclusivity — perfect for premium brands, beauty products, and high-end fashion.

Art & Spirituality

Connected to imagination and spirituality — ideal for gallery websites, meditation apps, and creative portfolios.

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