Pink Shades
Pink is an undeniably positive color. From the soft tones of pastel pink and baby pink to the rich hues of coral and Indian red, almost any shade of this color is bound to lift your mood. Here are some of the many shades of pink that exist, and that may inspire you in your next creative project. We have included their names, Hex, RGB, and CMYK codes for easy reference.
Watermelon
Watermelon is a warm, medium to dark pink that strongly resembles the color of the inside of a watermelon. This color is also sometimes classified as a red.
Watermelon
Hex #FC6C85
RGB 252, 108, 133
CMYK 0, 57, 47, 1
Flamingo
Flamingo is a light to medium pink that is a little cooler in tone than salmon. This shade is somewhat reminiscent of a flamingo’s feathers.
Flamingo
Hex #FC8EAC
RGB 252, 142, 172
CMYK 0, 44, 32, 1
Coral
Coral is a warm, medium pink that resembles the shade of some sea corals. The term is thought to have first been used for a shade of pink in the 1500’s.
Coral
Hex #F88379
RGB 248, 131, 121
CMYK 0, 47, 51, 3
Salmon
Salmon is a light to medium pink that somewhat represents the color of a wild salmon’s flesh. This shade of pink is a little warmer than flamingo but cooler than coral.
Salmon
Hex #FF9999
RGB 255, 153, 153
CMYK 0, 40, 40, 0
Pastel Pink
Pastel pink is a very pale, cool pink, often classified as an “Easter color.” It is lighter in tone than both light pink and baby pink.
Pastel pink
Hex #FFD1DC
RGB 255, 209, 220
CMYK 0, 18, 14, 0
Light Pink
Light pink is a soft, pale shade of pink traditionally dubbed a “little girl’s color.” It is a little darker and warmer in hue than pastel pink.
Light pink
Hex #FFB6C1
RGB 255, 182, 193
CMYK 0, 29, 24, 0
Cherry Blossom
Cherry blossom is a light shade of pink resembling the blossoms of a cherry tree. Cherry blossom is very similar to the light, baby and pastel pinks.
Cherry blossom
Hex #FFB7C5
RGB 255, 183, 197
CMYK 0, 28, 23, 0
Bubblegum
Bubblegum is a light shade of pink much like the color of a traditional gumball. Bubblegum is a little darker and cooler in tone than baby pink.
Bubblegum
Hex #FFC1CC
RGB 255, 193, 204
CMYK 0, 24, 20, 0
Baby Pink
Baby pink is a light shade of pink falling between pastel and light pink. Baby pink is traditionally thought of as a color best suited for baby girls.
Baby pink
Hex #F4C2C2
RGB 244, 194, 194
CMYK 0, 20, 20, 4
Dark Pink
Dark pink is a medium to dark shade of pink. With warm overtones and cool undertones, dark pink can compliment other colors in both fields.
Dark pink
Hex #E75480
RGB 231, 84, 128
CMYK 0, 64, 45, 9
Bright Pink
Bright pink is a vibrant, rich pink color that is a little lighter and cooler than neon pink and warmer and brighter than dark pink.
Bright pink
Hex #FF007F
RGB 255, 0, 127
CMYK 0, 100, 50, 0
Rouge
Rouge is a dark, dusky purplish pink hue that can also be classified as a red or purple. It can be compared to a very dark shade of blush.
Rouge
Hex #A94064
RGB 169, 64, 100
CMYK 0, 62, 41, 34
Neon Pink
Neon pink is a dark, reddish shade of pink that somewhat resembles the dusky pinks often seen at the end of a sunset.
Neon pink
Hex #FF6EC7
RGB 255, 110, 199
CMYK 0, 57, 22, 0
Blush
Blush is a medium, dusty pink reminiscent of a very common shade of pressed powder makeup known by the same name. It is cooler than dark pink and paler than rouge.
Blush
Hex #DE5D83
RGB 222, 93, 131
CMYK 0, 58, 41, 13
Fuchsia
Fuchsia is a medium purplish pink with warm undertones. The color is named after the fuchsia flower.
Fuchsia
Hex #C154C1
RGB 193, 84, 193
CMYK 0, 56, 0, 24
Mauve
Mauve is a light, very cool shade of pink that is sometimes also classified as a purple. It can also be described as a pale, dusty violet.
Mauve
Hex #E0B0FF
RGB 224, 176, 255
CMYK 12, 31, 0, 0
Orchid
Orchid is a medium purplish pink color reminiscent of the pinkish purple flowers of the same name. It is darker in hue than mauve.
Orchid
Hex #DA70D6
RGB 218, 112, 214
CMYK 0, 49, 2, 15
Magenta
Magenta is a dark but bright pink with a purplish tone. Magenta can also be described as a brighter shade of orchid.
Magenta
Hex #FF00FF
RGB 255, 0, 255
CMYK 0, 100, 0, 0
Hot Pink
Hot pink is a warm, bright medium pink that might be compared to a darker shade of bubblegum pink.
Hot pink
Hex #FF69B4
RGB 255, 105, 180
CMYK 0, 59, 29, 0
Carnation
Carnation is a soft, light to medium pink that resembles the hue of a pink carnation flower. It is similar to but darker than baby pink.
Carnation
Hex #FFA6C9
RGB 255, 166, 201
CMYK 0, 35, 21, 0
Tulip Pink
Tulip pink is a warm, medium shade of pink with a strong similarity to coral or salmon. It is meant to represent the color of a pink tulip flower.
Tulip pink
Hex #FF8E8E
RGB 255, 142, 142
CMYK 0, 44, 44, 0
Tea Rose
Tea rose is a light shade of pink that is similar to baby pink but with a cooler undertone. Tea rose resembles the color of a variety of wild roses by the same name.
Tea rose
Hex #F4C2C2
RGB 244, 194, 194
CMYK 0, 20, 20, 4
Cotton Candy
Cotton candy is a pale, cool shade of pink similar to light pink or pastel pink. Cotton candy pink is close to the color of the sugary fairground treat known by the same name.
Cotton Candy
Hex #FFBCD9
RGB 255, 188, 217
CMYK 0, 26, 15, 0
Cameo Pink
Cameo pink is a muted, dusky shade of purplish pink named for the pink backgrounds on old cameo jewelry. Cameo pink also resembles the inside of conch shells.
Cameo pink
Hex #EFBBCC
RGB 239, 187, 204
CMYK 0, 22, 15, 6
French Pink
French pink is a light to medium color of pink with warm, bright overtones. It’s similar to, but lighter in shade than cherry pink.
French pink
Hex #F64A8A
RGB 246, 74, 138
CMYK 0, 70, 44, 4
Strawberry
Strawberry is a light to medium shade of pink with red undertones. It is similar in color to an under ripe strawberry.
Strawberry
Hex #E8888A
RGB 232, 136, 138
CMYK 0, 41, 41, 9
Persian Pink
Persian pink is a medium, soft shade of pink with similarities to orchid and French pink.
Persian pink
Hex #F77FBE
RGB 247, 127, 190
CMYK 0, 49, 23, 3
New York Pink
New York pink is a warm, medium pink that resembles a darker version of strawberry.
New York pink
Hex #DD8374
RGB 221, 131, 116
CMYK 0, 41, 48, 13
Indian Red
Indian red is a medium to dark but muted shade of pink that can also be classified as a red. With tones of mauve and coral, Indian red coordinates with both warm and cool colors.
Indian red
Hex #CD5C5C
RGB 205, 92, 92
CMYK 0, 55, 55, 20
Munsell Red
Munsell red is another pink you’ll find in the red family. With a rich, saturated bright hue, Munsell red resembles the color of a pink Gerbera daisy.
Munsell red
Hex #F2003C
RGB 242, 0, 60
CMYK 0, 100, 75, 5
Cardinal
Cardinal is a deep, reddish pink shade that can be compared to dark pink or neon pink. It can also be classified among the reds.
Cardinal
Hex #C41E3A
RGB 196, 30, 58
CMYK 0, 85, 70, 23
Crayola Red
Crayola red is a medium to dark pink that is bright and rich in tone. Although named as a red, it is comparable to bright pink, dark pink or neon pink.
Crayola red
Hex #EE204D
RGB 238, 32, 77
CMYK 0, 87, 68, 7
Crimson
Although the name suggests a red, this particular representation of crimson is like a deep, saturated dark pink.
Crimson
Hex #DC143C
RGB 220, 20, 60
CMYK 0, 91, 73, 14
Ruby
Ruby is a medium darkish pink shade that is brighter than dark pink but not as warm in tone as neon. This version of the color ruby is more pink and less purplish in tone as a ruby gemstone.
Ruby
Hex #E0115F
RGB 224, 17, 95
CMYK 0, 92, 58, 12
Redwood
Redwood is a dusky, brownish pink with lilac undertones. Redwood could be compared to a darker, browner shade of Indian red.
Redwood
Hex #A45A52
RGB 164, 90, 82
CMYK 0, 45, 50, 36
Rusty Red
Rusty red, contrary to the name, is in fact a warm, dark pink hue. Rusty red has some coral-like undertones and can be compared to a warmer shade of dark pink.
Rusty red
Hex #DA2C43
RGB 218, 44, 67
CMYK 0, 80, 69, 15
Amaranth
Amaranth is a rich, medium to dark pink. This shade of pink is similar to dark pink but with some warmer overtones.
Amaranth
Hex #E52B50
RGB 229, 43, 80
CMYK 0, 81, 65, 10
Bright Maroon
Bright maroon is a dark, reddish pink color with some hints of warm purple. Similar to a dark magenta, bright maroon is also sometimes classified as a red.
Bright Maroon
Hex #C32148
RGB 195, 33, 72
CMYK 0, 83, 63, 24
Burnt Sienna
Burnt Sienna is often classified as an orange, but this version of the color very much represents a warm, salmon-like pink hue with hints of tangerine.
Burnt Sienna
Hex #E97451
RGB 233, 116, 81
CMYK 0, 50, 65, 9
Candy pink
Candy pink is a deep pink with rich undertones of red and hints of purple. It can be compared to a soft dark pink.
Candy pink
Hex #E4717A
RGB 228, 113, 122
CMYK 0, 50, 46, 11
Cherry pink
Cherry pink is a medium, bright pink with a warm, reddish hue. This color is lighter and pinker than the cherry fruit, but it carries some of the same tones.
Cherry pink
Hex #DE3163
RGB 222, 49, 99
CMYK 0, 78, 55, 13
Chestnut
Chestnut is a warm but dusky shade of medium to dark pink with brownish undertones. Far pinker than a real chestnut, this shade is similar to a darker, dustier version of dark pink.
Chestnut
Hex #CD5C5C
RGB 205, 92, 92
CMYK 0, 55, 55, 20
Dark Coral
Dark coral is a shade of pink that is similar to coral, but, as the name suggests, is darker in hue. Dark coral can also be compared to a warmer version of chestnut.
Dark coral
Hex #CD5B45
RGB205, 91, 69
CMYK 0, 56, 66, 20
Dark Pastel Red
Dark pastel red is a dark, orangey-red pink shade that can also be classified as a red. Dark pastel red has a similarity to tomato red, but with distinctly dusky pink undertones.
Dark pastel red
Hex #C23B22
RGB 194, 59, 34
CMYK 0, 70, 82, 24
Dark Terra Cotta
Dark terra cotta is a medium, dusty pink similar in tone to traditional terra cotta flower pots, but with a more pinkish hue than the orange pots usually associated with the name.
Dark Terra cotta
Hex #CC4E5C
RGB 204, 78, 92
CMYK 0, 62, 55, 20
Dark Salmon
Dark salmon is a peachy, pink shade that is warmer than salmon. This darker shade of salmon could also fall into the orange family.
Dark salmon
Hex #E9967A
RGB 233, 150, 122
CMYK 0, 36, 48, 9
Lemonade
Lemonade is a soft, pale pink similar to pastel pink but even paler in tone. Lemonade pink is meant to represent the translucent light pink shade of the drink by the same name.
Lemonade
Hex #F2DBE7
RGB 242, 219, 231
CMYK 0, 10, 5, 5
Peach
Peach is a soft, pale orangey pink shade reminiscent of the color of the outside of a peach fruit. Peach can be classified as either a pink or orange color.
Peach
Hex #FAD1AF
RGB 250, 209, 175
CMYK 0, 16, 30, 2
Crepe
Crepe is a warm, light to medium shade of pink similar to, but lighter than strawberry. Crepe is far more pink in hue than the off-white to yellowy-tan color generally associated with a crepe pastry.
Crepe
Hex #F89883
RGB 248, 152, 131
CMYK 0, 39, 47, 3
Piggy Pink
This accurately named pale pink is just about the color of a freshly washed pig. It’s subtle enough to be used as a wall color or background color. And as you can see from the RGB value, it has enough blue to make it slightly muted.
Piggy Pink
Hex #FDDDE6
RGB 253, 221, 230
CMYK 0, 13, 9, 1
Deep Pink
This color’s name might make you think of a dark, calm pink, but Deep Pink looks a lot like an intense near-neon. This color pops against black, making it an excellent choice for accents on athletic wear, flyers, or any application where you want to get someone’s attention.
Deep Pink
Hex #FF1493
RGB 255, 20, 147
CMYK 0, 92, 42, 0
Dust Storm
If you like pink but prefer muted, “dusty” shades, Dust Storm is a great option. This dusky shade looks especially nice against ivory and other pale neutrals. It will add an air of class to stationery, clothing, and website design, making it an especially versatile choice.
Dust Storm
Hex #E5CCC9
RGB 229, 204, 201
CMYK 0, 11, 12, 10
Nadeshiko Pink
This exotic-sounding shade is named after the nadeshiko plant. The plant can be found in many areas of Asia and Europe, and its delicate, fringe-petaled flowers are a soft pink in color. Their pretty, starlike blooms have a pleasantly sweet scent. And in Japan, the name of the flower has also come to be associated with traditional female beauty.
Nadeshiko Pink
Hex #F6ADC6
RGB 246, 173, 198
CMYK 0, 30, 20, 4
Rose Quartz
If you’re looking for a quiet, cool shade of pink that’s very close to purple, Rose Quartz is a great shade. It’s named after a common stone that usually has a grayish-pink appearance. As you can see from its RGB value, Rose Quartz is more blue than most shades of pink.
Rose Quartz
Hex #AA98A9
RGB 170, 152, 169
CMYK 0, 11, 1, 33
Wild Strawberry
Though it’s much more pink than the red glow of a strawberry, Wild Strawberry has a bright and cheerful spirit that can add life to any project. It looks great in very bright color palettes, but it can also add a burst of color to more neutral shades.
Wild Strawberry
Hex #FF43A4
RGB 255, 67, 164
CMYK 0, 74, 36, 0
Razzmatazz
This warm, magenta-rich pink can add some energy to any project. As a variant of raspberry pink, it’s especially well-suited to summer-inspired designs. As you can see from the CMYK values, it has larger amounts of yellow and magenta than many pink shades.
Razzmatazz
Hex #E3256B
RGB 227, 37, 107
CMYK 0, 84, 53, 11
Rose Taupe
Sometimes you need a shade of pink that effectively works as a neutral. And as the name suggests, Rose Taupe sits right between a rosy pink and a sandy taupe. It works well alongside other pale neutrals, and it also makes a stately border on stationery, cards, and invitations.
Rose Taupe
Hex #905D5D
RGB 144, 93, 93
CMYK 0, 35, 35, 44
Rubine Red
Rubine means “ruby,” and this pink shade certainly has the presence of a gemstone. While this color is described as being red, it’s more of a magenta-heavy pink. It’s a great choice if you want a reddish pink that’s bright without being neon.
Rubine Red
Hex #D10056
RGB 209, 0, 86
CMYK 0, 100, 59, 18
Hollywood Cerise
This dreamily-named color is similar to fuchsia. Its bright, summery character makes it a good choice for advertising or any other application where grabbing attention is important. As you can see from both the RGB and CMYK values, it has a good bit of both blue and magenta. That gives it excellent balance.
Hollywood Cerise
Hex #F400A1
RGB 244, 0, 161
CMYK 0, 100, 34, 4
Mexican Pink
This striking, cheerful color holds significant cultural importance in Mexico. Citizens consider it to be a symbol of the country’s charisma, and taxicabs in Mexico City are even painted in Mexican Pink and white. Famed Mexican architect Luis Barragan often incorporates the color into his projects as well.
Mexican Pink
Hex #E4007C
RGB 228, 0, 124
CMYK 0, 100, 46, 11
Steel Pink
This interestingly named color has a somewhat metallic look about it. It’s one of the pink shades named and used by Crayola. It first appeared in a set of colored pencils. Steel Pink is a great choice if you like magenta but would prefer something that’s a little darker and more subdued.
Steel Pink
Hex #CC3366
RGB 204, 51, 102
CMYK 0, 75, 50, 20
Rose Gold
This dusty shade of pink does get somewhat close to the color of rose gold used in jewelry. It looks especially nice beside ivory and pale gray.
Rose Gold
Hex #B76E79
RGB 183, 110, 121
CMYK 0, 40, 34, 28
Rose Bonbon
Rose Bonbon is another shade of pink that has a relatively high proportion of both yellow and magenta. There’s also a good bit of blue, so it’s a balanced shade that manages to be soft and bright at the same time. It’s a classic middle-of-the-road pink that can be useful for a wide range of projects.
Rose Bonbon
Hex #F9429E
RGB 249, 66, 158
CMYK 0, 73, 37, 2
Barbie Pink
This cheerful, bright magenta is a color offered by Pantone. Its youthful charm makes it great for accenting children’s rooms or for use in children’s clothing. As you can see from the CMYK values, Barbie Pink is tempered by some amount of black.
Barbie Pink
Hex #E0218A
RGB 224, 33, 138
CMYK 0, 85, 38, 12
Mulberry
If you’ve seen a mulberry bush, you probably know that actual mulberries are almost black in color. But this shade of pink is almost exactly the color that mulberry juice will stain your hands. It’s a great choice if you need a color that will remind you of summer without being overly bright.
Mulberry
Hex #C54B8C
RGB 197, 75, 140
CMYK 0, 62, 29, 23
Razzle Dazzle Rose
This one might bring back memories of coloring in elementary school. Razzle Dazzle Rose is another Crayola color that can add a healthy dose of cheer to any project. This is another color that manages to be both pale and bright, so it can add some energy to a color palette without becoming overwhelming.
Razzle Dazzle Rose
Hex #FF33CC
RGB 255, 51, 204
CMYK 0, 80, 20, 0
Fandango
Fandango is a bright, highly saturated pink that has a somewhat purplish touch. It pops against its complementary color (a medium bright green), but it also looks nice against pale yellow. Fandango is ideal for projects that need a burst of fun, free-spirited energy.
Fandango
Hex #B53389
RGB 181, 51, 137
CMYK 0, 72, 24, 29
Puce
This uncommon color name means a dark reddish purple-brown. But this particular shade is more of a pinkish brown with a hint of purple. It’s less brown than many of the dusty shades of pink we’ve seen on the list, making it a happy medium between bright pink and dusty pink.
Puce
Hex #CC8899
RGB 204, 136, 153
CMYK 0, 33, 25, 20
Old Rose
Old Rose is one of the many muted, mauve-like shades of pink out there. The name is especially fitting, as it’s very similar to the color of a pink rose as it starts to wilt. Its vintage appeal makes it ideal for historically-inspired projects. It’s also a great accent color against paler neutrals like taupe, ivory, and light gray.
Old Rose
Hex #C08081
RGB 192, 128, 129
CMYK 0, 33, 33, 25
Rosewood
Rosewood is prized as a tonewood for high-end guitars, and it’s also well known for its beautiful chocolatey grain and sweet, rosy scent. However, some pieces of unfinished rosewood do have a color similar to this one. Rosewood has more black than many pink shades (as seen on its CMYK values), so it has more depth and presence than many varieties of pink.
Rosewood
Hex #9E4244
RGB 158, 66, 68
CMYK 0, 58, 57, 38
Taffy
This delicate, candy-inspired hue is a pale pink that still manages to be decently energetic. It’s ideal for use in whimsical designs alongside similarly bright colors. It has a relatively high proportion of yellow and a relatively low proportion of black, making it an especially bright option.
Taffy
Hex #FA86C4
RGB 250, 134, 196
CMYK 0, 46, 22, 2
Turkish Rose
Many shades of pink are described as being some variety of rose. Turkish Rose is a somewhat unusual shade. Though it’s somewhat muted, it still delivers fresh energy to any color palette. Its uncommon characteristics might be explained in part by its RGB value. It has somewhat similar proportions of red, green, and blue.
Turkish Rose
Hex #B57281
RGB 181, 114, 129
CMYK 0, 37, 29, 29
Punch
This fruity color’s high proportion of red makes it ideal for projects that require a more in-your-face shade of pink. This rosy shade has enough warmth to avoid seeming aggressive, and it looks very nice next to bright yellow.
Punch
Hex #F25278
RGB 242, 82, 120
CMYK 0, 66, 50, 5
Paradise Pink
This tropically-inspired pink color offers a beautiful depth not often seen in most shades of pink. Its complementary color, a bright and lively turquoise, looks especially beautiful alongside it. Its low proportions of both blue and black help explain its eye-catching brightness.
Paradise Pink
Hex #E63E62
RGB 230, 62, 98
CMYK 0, 73, 57, 10
Raspberry Rose
This deep, purplish magenta is aptly named. It is approximately between rose and raspberry shades of pink. It has relatively high proportions of both red and blue (as seen in its RGB values), so it has a bit of a purplish character.
Raspberry Rose
Hex #B3446C
RGB 179, 68, 108
CMYK 0, 62, 40, 30
Light Crimson
You probably already know crimson as a deep red color. But Light Crimson is effectively a diluted version. Its RGB value indicates that it has a high proportion of red, but a small amount of blue helps to balance it out. The result is an attractive pink that’s pale yet bright. A classic choice for a range of projects.
Light Crimson
Hex #F56991
RGB 245, 105, 145
CMYK 0, 57, 41, 4
Pink Sherbet
This refreshing light pink is just about the exact color of raspberry sherbet. Though it’s more saturated than a pastel, it has a pastel-like quality that makes it very easy on the eyes. It looks great with other bright yet soft colors like pale lime green and pale orange.
Pink Sherbet
Hex #F78FA7
RGB 247, 143, 167
CMYK 0, 42, 32, 3
Tickle Me Pink
If the name of this pretty shade sounds familiar, you might have read it off the side of a crayon years ago. Tickle Me Pink is a soft petal pink that’s just slightly more saturated than a pastel. It looks nice beside soft greens, blues, and yellows.
Tickle Me Pink
Hex #FC89AC
RGB 252, 137, 172
CMYK 0, 46, 32, 1
Thulian Pink
Thulian Pink is a bright, saturated shade that looks a bit like Light Crimson. It is very slightly purplish, so it’s bright without seeming neon. Thulian Pink is a great choice if you need a shade of pink that’s slightly cooler in color than most.
Thulian Pink
Hex #DE6FA1
RGB 222, 111, 161
CMYK 0, 50, 27, 13
Brilliant Rose
As the name suggests, Brilliant Rose is an especially high-energy shade of pink. It’s very bright but not overly dark, and it isn’t quite as intense as hot pink. Brilliant Rose looks especially nice next to other tropically-inspired light colors.
Brilliant Rose
Hex #FF55A3
RGB 255, 85, 163
CMYK 0, 67, 36, 0
Lace
So far, many shades on the list have been bright, energetic pinks. But this delicate shade with cool undertones is soft enough to work as a wall color. As its name indicates, it’s about the same color as pale pink lace. Lace is also a great choice for a gentle website backdrop.
Lace
Hex #FFD8F0
RGB 255, 216, 240
CMYK 0, 15, 6, 0
Smitten
This happy shade of magenta has a suitable name. Compared to many other shades of pink on the list, it’s a bit more purple. Its high proportions of red, blue, and black contribute to its intensity.
Smitten
Hex #C84186
RGB 200, 65, 134
CMYK 0, 68, 33, 22
Your
This one has an odd name, but its pale and peachy color is sure to appeal to plenty of people. Unlike many shades of pink, Your has equal amounts of magenta and yellow, and that helps create its soft warmth. This color contains no black, and its paleness makes it a great wall color if you want something warmer than eggshell.
Your
Hex #FFC0C0
RGB 255, 192, 192
CMYK 0, 25, 25, 0
Careys
This pink shade looks a lot like a soft, diluted mauve. It’s a great choice if you’re looking for a pale pink that leans more toward purple than it does toward peach. Thanks to its fairly large proportion of blue and green, Careys has a cool undertone that gives it a particularly soothing quality.
Careys
Hex #D8A8A8
RGB 216, 168, 168
CMYK 0, 22, 22, 15
Oyster
This very soft pink is inspired by the color of the inside of an oyster. Even a quick look at its CMYK values shows you that it’s a very unsaturated shade. Its very small percentages of magenta, yellow, and black give it a barely-there quality, and it makes a nice calm wall or background color.
Oyster
Hex #F0D8D8
RGB 240, 216, 216
CMYK 0, 10, 10, 6
Shimmering Blush
Shimmering Blush is a pleasant pink shade that does almost have a metallic quality about it. It’s very similar to the color of most powdered blush, and it strikes a beautiful balance between rose and lavender. Since it has slightly more red than blue and green, Shimmering Blush is also well balanced in terms of both warmth and coolness.
Shimmering Blush
Hex #D98695
RGB 217, 134, 149
CMYK 0, 38, 31, 15
Sea
Sea might seem like a strange name for a shade of pink. However, this color is just about the color of the inside of a seashell. With equal amounts of magenta and yellow, Sea is a very warm, almost peachy shade of pink. However, it also has substantial amounts of green and blue, so it manages to not be overly warm.
Sea
Hex #F09090
RGB 240, 144, 144
CMYK 0, 40, 40, 6
Brink
This bright medium pink is a great option for projects requiring a shade of pink that’s just a step down from hot pink. As you can see through its CMYK values, Brink has no cyan or black, and its RGB values show that it has far less green and blue than it does red. That helps explain its vivacious warmth. Brink pops against black, and it looks nice beside its complementary color – a very bright seafoam shade.
Brink
Hex #FF6090
RGB 255, 96, 144
CMYK 0, 62, 44, 0
Hippie
Hippie is somewhat of an outsider among other shades of pink. It’s too red to be mauve, yet too purple to be raspberry. It looks a little like a watered-down maroon. This muted color looks nice beside blue and green jewel tones, but it would also work well alongside other neutrals in a calm color palette.
Hippie
Hex #A84860
RGB 168, 72, 96
CMYK 0, 57, 43, 34
Light Deep Pink
The name of light deep pink might seem like a contradiction at first. But while this color is lighter than some pinks, it has incredible depth and presence. It’s ideal if you need a light pink that can grab attention without being quite as loud as a neon color. If you’re looking for a fresh contrast, Light Deep Pink creates a memorable pop against navy blue.
Light Deep Pink
Hex #FF5CCD
RGB 255, 92, 205
CMYK 0, 64, 20, 0
Wild Orchid
Orchid shades of pink have a calming beauty thanks to their light quality and slight blue undertones. Wild orchid, in particular, has a very slight dusty quality. It’s a good choice if you’re looking for a calming shade, and it looks nice alongside blues and grays.
Wild Orchid
Hex #D470A2
RGB 212, 112, 162
CMYK 0, 47, 24, 17
Cerise Pink
Cerise means a deep, bright red, and Cerise Pink can accordingly be described as a deep, bright pink. This is one of the most vivacious shades of pink you can choose. Thanks to its depth, it’s a great choice if you need something with substance that is still a high-energy shade. Cerise Pink works well alongside high-energy greens and blues.
Cerise Pink
Hex #EC3B83
RGB 236, 59, 131
CMYK 0, 75, 44, 7
Shocking Pink
As the name indicates, Shocking Pink is an electric shock to the eyes. Its CMYK values indicate that it’s primarily magenta. But as you can see from its RGB values, Shocking Pink also has a good bit of blue that gives it some depth. Shocking Pink looks great beside its complementary color, which is an especially bright Kelly green. It also provides a striking contrast against very dark background colors like dark hunter green or navy.
Shocking Pink
Hex #FC0FC0
RGB 252, 15, 192
CMYK 0, 94, 24, 1
Hit
Hit is another interestingly-named color. It’s a peachy, coral-like pink that looks great alongside a bright sky blue. As you can see based on the CMYK values, Hit contains more yellow than it does magenta. It’s a great choice if you’re looking for a shade of pink that is warmer than most but still has a softness about it.
Hit
Hex #FFA878
RGB 255, 168, 120
CMYK 0, 34, 53, 0
Lady
Lady is a dignified shade of pink that has a bit of a vintage look about it. It’s a little peachy, but it has much more red than Hit. It sits roughly between peach and mauve. Lady looks nice next to various shades of blue.
Lady
Hex #F0C0A8
RGB 240, 192, 168
CMYK 0, 20, 30, 6
Neon Fuchsia
There are plenty of shades of bright pink that are billed as great alternatives to neon, but sometimes you just need a genuine neon shade of pink. That’s where Neon Fuchsia comes in. On its own, fuchsia is close to neon, but this version packs some extra punch. As indicated by its CMYK values, it has a high degree of both magenta and yellow. Its brightness is slightly tempered by blue, but its high proportion of red ensures plenty of presence.
Neon Fuchsia
Hex #FE4164
RGB 254, 65, 100
CMYK 0, 74, 61, 0
Ultra Pink
This is an interesting shade of pink with some clear violet undertones. It has equal amounts of red and blue, and as you can see through its CMYK values, it has no cyan, yellow, or black – only magenta. Ultra Pink has a decidedly modern, sophisticated look, and it looks nice alongside creamy white shades.
Ultra Pink
Hex #FF6FFF
RGB 255, 111, 255
CMYK 0, 56, 0, 0
Schauss Pink
If you find Schauss Pink to be calming, scientific evidence agrees with you. This color is named after Alexander Schauss, a researcher who extensively investigated the effects of color on emotions. He conducted the research at Seattle’s Naval Correctional Facility. Schauss named the color Baker-Miller Pink after the directors of the facility, but the color has since also been called Schauss Pink. You may also sometimes hear it described as P-618 or Drunk-Tank Pink.
Schauss Pink
Hex #FF91AF
RGB 255, 145, 175
CMYK 0, 43, 31, 0
Ruddy Pink
This aptly-named color is roughly the tone of a healthy amount of redness in the face. It’s also close to the color of many shades of powdered blush. Its slightly dusky quality makes it look especially good in patterns with cocoa browns or soft, pale grays.
Ruddy Pink
Hex #E18E96
RGB 225, 142, 150
CMYK 0, 37, 33, 12
Pink Pearl
Though you can’t necessarily see a pearlescent luster through a computer screen, Pink Pearl does seem to have a bit of a sheen to it. It’s soft in color and almost lavender, and it’s a relaxing choice of color to have around. Incorporating Pink Pearl throw pillows or rugs can add a sense of homey calm to any living room.
Pink Pearl
Hex #E7ACCF
RGB 231, 172, 207
CMYK 0, 26, 10, 9
Lavender Rose
Lavender Rose is a shade of pink that really lives up to its name. Its color really is right between that of lavender and of a pale pink rose. It’s close to the color of a lilac bloom. If you like a somewhat bright wall color, this one is a good choice. If you’re creating a color palette, Lavender Rose works beautifully with its seafoam green complementary color.
Lavender Rose
Hex #FBA0E3
RGB 251, 160, 227
CMYK 0, 36, 10, 2
Shampoo
You don’t necessarily see pink shampoo all too often anymore, but this pale, pearly shade does accurately capture the color of pink shampoo. As you can see from the CMYK values, it’s primarily magenta, but the color is low in saturation. Shampoo is a great shade of pale pink to use as a wall color or as a background.
Shampoo
Hex #FFCFF1
RGB 255, 207, 241
CMYK 0, 19, 5, 0
Spanish Pink
This soft pink color is sometimes described as being a generic shade of pink. Its youthful, floral quality makes it a great choice for use in lipsticks, and it’s sometimes used in high-end lip color. Spanish Pink is made up of a high proportion of red, but its equal proportions of blue and green make it pleasingly balanced.
Spanish Pink
Hex #F7BFBE
RGB 247, 191, 190
CMYK 0, 23, 23, 3
Valentine Pink
Valentine’s Day is sometimes associated with very bright pink shades. But if you’d prefer to celebrate with something a little calmer, you might find this shade to be a good choice. As you can see in its RGB values, Valentine Pink also has a high proportion of blue, and its cool undertones give it a pleasant and balanced quality. This color is close to the color of candy hearts, making its name all that more appropriate.
Valentine Pink
Hex #E6A6BE
RGB 230, 166, 190
CMYK 0, 28, 17, 10
Silvery Pink
This pretty color is ideal if you’re looking for something that’s in between gray and pink. Silvery Pink has a higher proportion of black than many shades of pink on the list (as you can see in its CMYK values), and that helps give it its shadowy quality. It also has relatively high amounts of green and blue, making it one of the cooler-leaning shades of pink.
Silvery Pink
Hex #DCB5B4
RGB 220, 181, 180
CMYK 0, 18, 18, 14
Melon
This soft, peachy color is a bit more subdued than the color of a watermelon. Melon is right between the shades of salmon and peach, and it’s cheerful yet mellow. You can see that quality reflected in the CMYK values. Melon has slightly more yellow than it does magenta, but it has a little bit of black. This pink shade pairs well with light blue and light green, as well as some shades of light purple.
Melon
Hex #F7BCAC
RGB 247, 188, 172
CMYK 0, 24, 30, 3
Milano
This classy shade of pink lies somewhere between mauve and coral. It’s energetic without being too bright, and it’s a bit more red than many other pink shades. You can see this in its RGB values. There’s over twice the proportion of red than there is of blue or green. And as its CMYK values show, its large amounts of both magenta and yellow help create its warmth.
Milano
Hex #D95D67
RGB 217, 93, 103
CMYK 0, 57, 53, 15
Sweet Pink
This rosy shade of pink certainly lives up to its name. Sweet Pink has a blush-like character thanks to its large amounts of magenta and yellow. It works well alongside various shades of green, but it also looks nice beside light or dark blues. Its complementary color is a sky blue with just a hint of turquoise.
Sweet Pink
Hex #EE918D
RGB 238, 145, 141
CMYK 0, 39, 41, 7
Knockout Pink
Knockout Pink is easily one of the most striking pink shades on the list. It’s very similar to the color of a bright pink highlighter, but it has a bit more depth. Knockout Pink is a great choice for advertisem*nts or for other projects that require a high-energy, attention-grabbing color scheme. As you can see from its CMYK values, part of Knockout Pink’s high-energy nature comes from its high proportion of magenta and yellow.
Knockout Pink
Hex #FF3EA5
RGB 255, 62, 165
CMYK 0, 76, 35, 0
Grapefruit Pink
Grapefruit is one of the most easily recognized pink fruits, and this shade of Grapefruit Pink does it justice. It’s roughly the color of ruby red grapefruit juice. It has relatively large amounts of both blue and yellow, making it nicely balanced. It looks great next to its complementary color, a bright blue that’s in between sky blue and turquoise.
Grapefruit Pink
Hex #E0707C
RGB 224, 112, 124
CMYK 0, 50, 45, 12
Champagne Pink
The glamorous nature of pink champagne translates well to the world of color, and this quiet shade would work very nicely as a wall color. Champagne Pink has a relatively large amount of green and blue, and that helps explain its cool undertones and quiet look. If you’re looking for a pale pink that pairs nicely with gold, this is also a good shade to consider.
Champagne Pink
Hex #F6E1D3
RGB 246, 225, 211
CMYK 0, 9, 14, 4
Lip Pink
This unusual, brownish pink is designed to approximate the color of most people’s lips. Though it’s still technically a shade of pink, Lip Pink approaches being a neutral, and it’s good for adding just a hint of warmth to otherwise completely neutral color palettes.
Lip Pink
Hex #DBAC98
RGB 219, 172, 152
CMYK 0, 21, 31, 14
Passion Pink
Passion Pink is very close to being an energetic light purple. Like many brighter, purple-tinged pinks, this one has a modern edge to it. It pairs nicely with silver, but it also looks nice beside its complementary color, a medium green.
Passion Pink
Hex #CE74A7
RGB 206, 116, 167
CMYK 0, 44, 19, 19
Nude Pink
Of all shades on the list, Nude Pink must be the closest to being a true neutral. It has a relatively high proportion of black compared to most pink shades, and it also has a relatively small proportion of magenta. Plus, as you can see from its RGB values, Nude Pink has relatively even amounts of red, green, and blue. It pairs nicely with gray and with calm shades of blue.
Nude Pink
Hex #DDC0B4
RGB 221, 192, 180
CMYK 0, 13, 19, 13
Rosy Pink
Rosy Pink is a lovely shade that’s somewhere between a rose pink and a hot pink. It’s great for use as a text color against a dark background, but it’s also a welcome addition to a bright, swirling color palette. A decent amount of blue stops its brightness from being overpowering, but it still offers plenty of energy.
Rosy Pink
Hex #FF66CC
RGB 255, 102, 204
CMYK 0, 60, 20, 0
Gold Pink
Gold Pink is another pink shade on the list that’s very close to being a neutral. As you can see from its CMYK values, it has almost the same amount of black as it does magenta. That helps explain its grayish color. Gold Pink is similar in color to rose gold, and it makes a dignified website backdrop or background for stationery.
Gold Pink
Hex #E6C7C2
RGB 230, 199, 194
CMYK 0, 13, 16, 10
Misty Rose
Misty Rose is a gentle pastel pink with just a hint of peach. If you’re looking for a wall color with a little more warmth than eggshell or other forms of off-white, Misty Rose is a great option. It looks beautiful alongside very pale pastel blues and greens. As you can see in the CMYK value, it has slightly more yellow than magenta, which explains its peachy glow.
Misty Rose
Hex #FFE4E1
RGB 255, 228, 225
CMYK 0, 11, 12, 0
Mauvelous
This playfully-named shade is essentially a more pinkish version of mauve. As you can see from the RGB values, Mauvelous has a good amount of blue. That helps give it its cool undertones. Mauvelous looks especially good with pale shades of blue.
Mauvelous
Hex #EF98AA
RGB 239, 152, 170
CMYK 0, 36, 29, 6
Light Blush
This light pink is about the color of most light-colored powdered blushes you can find at almost any store. It’s also a classic example of what most people would picture when they imagine light pink. With a good proportion of magenta, a decent amount of yellow, and very little black, it’s a well-balanced pink that’s a little on the bright side.
Light Blush
Hex #F1ABB9
RGB 241, 171, 185
CMYK 0, 29, 23, 5
Copper Rose
Copper Rose is a somewhat unusual shade of pink. It might best be described as being rose gold with a little brown mixed in. And as the name suggests, it’s also roughly the color of a rose mixed with the color of copper. This reddish-metallic hue has a quiet look about it, and its complementary color is a somewhat dusty shade of blue. As you can see, much of its subdued nature comes from the large amount of black present.
Copper Rose
Hex #996666
RGB 153, 102, 102
CMYK 0, 33, 33, 40
Raspberry Glace
This color’s appetizing name seems accurate. It does look a lot like a sugar-preserved raspberry. It does have a fairly purplish look that’s explained by its high proportion of blue in relation to red. If you like quieter, dusty pinks but want something that’s more mulberry-like in appearance, Raspberry Glace is worth considering.
Raspberry Glace
Hex #915F6D
RGB 145, 95, 109
CMYK 0, 34, 25, 43
Debian Red
Many different colors are named after company logos they are used on. Debian Red is the logo color of the Linux operating system Debian, a free software system collaboratively developed by volunteers. While it has “red” in the name, Debian Red is essentially a very vivid magenta. It’s a high-energy, summery shade that really pops against lemon yellow.
Debian Red
Hex #D70A53
RGB 215, 10, 83
CMYK 0, 95, 61, 16
Ruber
Ruber is a lovely, raspberry-like pink that looks great with turquoise. As you can see by looking at its RGB values, it has a large amount of red but a medium amount of blue. That combination gives it a mildly purplish hue. Ruber is a great color choice if you’d like a color that offers a lot of presence without being overly bright.
Ruber
Hex #CE4676
RGB 206, 70, 118
CMYK 0, 66, 43, 19
Vanilla Ice
Vanilla Ice is a sweet petal pink that can add a springlike magic to any color palette. It goes well with pastel yellows and soft spring greens. This color has a somewhat bright quality, but the amount of blue seen in its RGB value helps add just enough coolness.
Vanilla Ice
Hex #F38FA9
RGB 243, 143, 169
CMYK 0, 41, 30, 5
Light Hot Pink
As the name suggests, Light Hot Pink is essentially a diluted, pastel version of hot pink. This color is probably what most people would picture when imagining a pale pink. There’s enough green and blue present to create just a hint of a cool undertone, but Light Hot Pink isn’t purple in the slightest.
Light Hot Pink
Hex #FFB3DE
RGB 255, 179, 222
CMYK 0, 30, 13, 0
Super Pink
This cheerful yet cool pink shade is reminiscent of electric purple, but it has more magenta present. It’s a bit like a darker lilac bloom, and it can add a springlike touch to any project. Super Pink is a departure from the shades of pink you often see, so it’s a great choice for a project that needs to stand out.
Super Pink
Hex #CF6BA9
RGB 207, 107, 169
CMYK 0, 48, 18, 19
China Rose
China Rose is a stately, slightly purple shade that has a slightly dusky quality. This is one of the shades of pink that pairs nicely with gold, but it also looks nice dressed down alongside navy or other more demure shades of blue. As you can see in the CMYK values, China Rose’s large proportion of black gives it a more muted presence.
China Rose
Hex #A8516E
RGB 168, 81, 110
CMYK 0, 52, 35, 34
Deep Pruce
Pruce is a great color if you like earth-toned pinks, and Deep Pruce is effectively a darker, more present version. This is one of the pink shades that is close to being a neutral, but not quite. If you’re looking for a gentle and dignified color, Deep Pruce is worth considering.
Deep Pruce
Hex #A95C68
RGB 169, 92, 104
CMYK 0, 46, 38, 34
French Fuchsia
This cheerful, bright pink is one of the many variants of fuchsia you’ll come across while searching for just the right shade of pink. As evident in the CMYK values, it has a good bit of magenta and yellow, both of which add to its noticeable presence.
French Fuchsia
Hex #FD3F92
RGB 253, 63, 146
CMYK 0, 75, 42, 1
Shades of Pink Color
As you can see, there is a nearly unlimited range of different shades of pink to choose from. Whether you’re looking for warm shades or cool shades, or you want something closer to purple or closer to red, there is a variety of the color pink to suit every personality and mood.
These colors can also be found in nature. Here’s a visual list ofthings that are pink.
