Deep Pink Color (#FF1493)
Deep Pink is a CSS named color defined as hex code #FF1493. It is darker and more vivid than Hot Pink, a magenta-leaning shade with almost no green in it, so it reads as intense rather than soft.
Color Overview & Formats
deeppinkLuminance: 0.2387| Format | Syntax / Values | Notes | Action |
|---|---|---|---|
| HEX | #FF1493 | 6-digit hex web code | |
| RGB | rgb(255, 20, 147) | Red, Green, Blue channels (0-255) | |
| HSL | hsl(328, 100%, 54%) | Hue (328°), Saturation (100%), Lightness (54%) | |
| HSV / HSB | hsv(328, 92%, 100%) | Hue, Saturation (92%), Value/Brightness (100%) | |
| CMYK | cmyk(0%, 92%, 42%, 0%) | Digital mathematical approximation (non-print) | |
| OKLCH | oklch(0.655 0.261 356.9) | Perceptually uniform color space (CSS Color 4 approximation) |
background-color: #FF1493; /* or deeppink */- Select color format: Choose the desired format (HEX #FF1493, RGB, or HSL).
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- Pair with black text: Black text on Deep Pink reaches 5.77:1 (WCAG AA).
What Colors Go With Deep Pink?
These 6 colors all go well with Deep Pink (#FF1493), and each one is a standard CSS named color. The ratio is the WCAG 2.2 contrast of that color on Deep Pink: at 4.5:1 or above it works for text; below that, use it for backgrounds and accents.
Harmonious Palettes & Tints
The palettes below are algorithmically generated across standard intervals based on Deep Pink (HSL 328°). Each group offers full palette copy and live preview:
Complementary Harmony
Hue rotated 180 degrees on the HSL wheel (328° to 148°), keeping the original saturation and lightness.
Analogous Harmony
Hues 30 degrees either side (298° and 358°), keeping the original saturation and lightness.
Triadic Harmony
Hues spaced evenly by 120 degrees (88° and 208°), keeping the original saturation and lightness.
Tints & Shades
Mixed with white (tints) and black (shades) in sRGB at 60% and 30%.
WCAG 2.2 Text Readability & Contrast Check
Under WCAG 2.2 criteria, regular body text requires at least 4.5:1 (AA) and large text requires at least 3.0:1. The table below displays calculated contrast ratios:
| Foreground Color | Contrast Ratio | Normal Text (AA) | Large Text (AA) | Normal Text AAA (>= 7.0:1) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Pure Black (#000000) | 5.77:1 | Pass | Pass | Fail |
Pure White (#FFFFFF) | 3.64:1 | Fail | Pass | Fail |
Dark Charcoal (#212529) | 4.24:1 | Fail | Pass | Fail |
Mid Gray (#666666) | 1.58:1 | Fail | Fail | Fail |
Interactive Contrast Tester
Enter text foreground and background colors to verify WCAG legibility:
This is sample body text rendered directly to verify contrast and readability.
Deep Pink Background Download
Download standard 1920x1080 solid desktop wallpaper or generate mobile wallpaper:
Standard Wallpaper: 1920x1080 PNG (#FF1493)Download Options
All wallpaper files precisely match the W3C standard color value:
CSS Standard & Usage Notes
deeppink = #ff1493 (rgb(255, 20, 147))
UI Design & Accessibility Guidelines
Use Deep Pink in small doses for calls to action, sale tags and data highlights. Black text passes WCAG AA at every size; white text only passes for large text (3:1), not for body text.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Can I use black text on Deep Pink?
Yes. Black text on Deep Pink has a WCAG 2.2 contrast ratio of 5.77:1, which passes AA (4.5:1) for all text sizes but not the stricter AAA level (7:1) for body text.
Can I use white text on Deep Pink?
Only for large text. White text on Deep Pink has a WCAG 2.2 contrast ratio of 3.64:1: enough for large text (3:1) but below the 4.5:1 needed for body text.
What colors go with Deep Pink?
Black, Midnight Blue, Gold, Aqua, Silver and White all go well with Deep Pink. Black (5.77:1) has enough contrast for text on Deep Pink; Midnight Blue, Gold, Aqua, Silver and White work better as a background or accent.
Is Deep Pink the same as magenta?
No. CSS magenta (#FF00FF, also called fuchsia) has no green at all and sits at a hue of 300°, while Deep Pink (#FF1493) sits at 328° and reads as pink rather than purple.