Color swatch image showing #FF009D with RGB(255,0,157) values
Color swatch image showing #FF009D with RGB(255,0,157) values

#FF009D Color Meaning and Information

Everything you need to know about #FF009D including values, color harmonies, shades, meanings, and applications in design, branding, and everyday visuals.

#FF009D Color Information

#FF009D RGB value is (255, 0, 157). The hex color red value is 255, green is 0, and blue is 157. Its HSL format shows a hue of 323°, saturation of 100 percent, and lightness of 50 percent. The CMYK process values are 0 percent, 100 percent, 38 percent, 0 percent.

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#FF009D Color Meaning

Color #FF009D radiates confidence, visibility, and expressive energy. #FF009D vivid pink commands attention and celebrates presence. As a result, color #FF009D feels unapologetic and modern. From a psychological view, color #FF009D boosts self expression and emotional boldness. #FF009D reduces inhibition and encourages performance. Entertainment and fashion industries often rely on color #FF009D for impact. Symbolically, color #FF009D reflects glamour, identity, and cultural influence. #FF009D signals individuality shaped for public view. On a spiritual plane, color #FF009D represents confidence rooted in self acceptance.

Color Conversion

Convert #FF009D across different color models and formats. These conversions help designers work seamlessly between digital and print media, ensuring this color maintains its intended appearance across RGB screens, CMYK printers, and HSL color manipulations.

HEX
#FF009D
RGB
rgb(255, 0, 157)
HSL
hsl(323°, 100%, 50%)
CMYK
cmyk(0%, 100%, 38%, 0%)
HSV
hsv(323°, 100%, 100%)
XYZ
47.3258 23.6943 33.9774
Yxy
23.6943 0.4507 0.2257
Hunter Lab
48.6768 11.2256 -1.1734
CIE-Lab
55.7804 86.9008 -11.8969

RGB Values & CMYK Values

RGB Values

Red255 / 255 (100%)
100%
Green0 / 255 (0%)
Blue157 / 255 (62%)
62%

CMYK Values

Cyan0 / 100 (0%)
Magenta100 / 100 (100%)
100%
Yellow38 / 100 (38%)
38%
Key (Black)0 / 100 (0%)

Color Variations

#FF009D harmonies come to life through carefully balanced shades, tints, and tones, giving this color depth and flexibility across light and dark variations. Shades add richness, tints bring an airy softness, and tones soften intensity, making it easy to pair in clean, modern palettes.

Color Harmonies

#FF009D harmonies create beautiful relationships with other colors based on their position on the color wheel. Each harmony type offers unique design possibilities, enabling cohesive and visually appealing color schemes.

Analogous

Colors adjacent on the color wheel (30° apart)

Complementary

Colors opposite on the color wheel (180° apart)

Split Complementary

Three colors using one base hue and the two hues beside its opposite

Triadic

Three colors evenly spaced (120° apart)

Tetradic

Four colors forming a rectangle on the wheel

Square

Four colors evenly spaced (90° apart)

Double Split

Four colors formed from two base hues and the colors next to their opposites

Monochromatic

Variations of a single hue

Contrast Checker

(WCAG 2.1) Test #FF009D for accessibility compliance against white and black backgrounds. Proper contrast ensures this color remains readable and usable for all audiences, meeting WCAG 2.1 standards for both normal and large text applications.

#FFFFFF
#FF009D

Sample Text

This is how your text will look with these colors.

Large Text (18pt+)

3.66:1
WCAG AA
WCAG AAA

Normal Text

3.66:1
WCAG AA
WCAG AAA

UI Components

3.66:1
WCAG AA
WCAG AAA

Color Blindness Simulator

See how #FF009D appears to people with different types of color vision deficiencies. These simulations help create more inclusive designs that consider how this color is perceived across various visual abilities.

Normal Vision

#FF009D

protanopia

#918e77

Note: These simulations are approximations. Actual color vision deficiency varies by individual.

CSS Examples

Background Color

background-color: #FF009D;

Text Color

color: #FF009D;

Sample Text

Border Color

border: 2px solid #FF009D;

Box Shadow

box-shadow: 0 4px 6px #FF009D40;

Text Shadow

text-shadow: 2px 2px 4px #FF009D;

Sample Text

Gradient

background: linear-gradient(135deg, #FF009D 0%, #97005d 100%);

#FF009D Color FAQs

Frequently asked questions about #FF009D color meaning, symbolism, and applications. Click on any question to expand detailed answers.