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Pink / Magenta · 🇯🇵 和色

撫子 (Nadeshiko)

#DC9FB4

A light muted pink with warm 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
CalmWarm
Mood
CheerfulUplifting

Personality & Symbolism

BalancedApproachableVersatile
Cultural Symbolism

Rooted in Japanese culture, nature, and seasonal beauty.

Recommended Use

Suitable for backgrounds and subtle design elements.

Color Harmonies

Complementary
#DC9FB4
+
#9edcc6
Split Complementary
#9edca7
#DC9FB4
#9ed3dc
Darker Shades
Lighter Tints

Visual Analysis

Hue339°
Saturation47%
Lightness74%
This is a light color with moderate saturation. It falls in the red hue family (339°).

Technical Values

HEX#DC9FB4
RGBrgb(220, 159, 180)
HSLhsl(339, 47%, 74%)
CMYK0%, 28%, 18%, 14%
ContrastLight
CSSbackground: #DC9FB4;

Accessibility — WCAG Contrast

White Text Sample
The quick brown fox jumps.
2.17:1
AA AAA
Black Text Sample
The quick brown fox jumps.
9.66:1
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: black (#000000).

Color Psychology

Color Temperature

This warm-toned color (hue 339°) 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

With 74% lightness, this color feels lightweight and expansive. Light colors psychologically reduce perceived weight of UI elements by up to 20%, making interfaces feel more airy.

Saturation Impact

Moderate saturation (47%) 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

Food & Beverage

Stimulates appetite and conveys urgency — ideal for restaurant branding, food packaging, and sale promotions.

Health & Vitality

Represents life energy and passion — great for fitness brands, health apps, and wellness products.

Backgrounds & Space

Light tones create spacious, breathable layouts — ideal for content-heavy pages, minimalist designs, and card backgrounds.

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