Tulip
Also known as: Camaron Pink, Red Mull, Strawberry Field, Vinaceous Cinnamon
A vivid red with a confident and commanding character, Tulip works beautifully for sale banners and sportswear. Its complement lands in cyan territory, which makes for striking two-color pairings. For accessible text, use it on black or near-black backgrounds (9.10:1, passes WCAG AA) rather than white.
Tulip color codes
- HEX
- #FF878D
- RGB
- rgb(255, 135, 141)
- RGBA
- rgba(255, 135, 141, 1)
- HSL
- hsl(357, 100%, 76%)
- HSV
- hsv(357, 47%, 100%)
- CMYK
- cmyk(0%, 47%, 45%, 0%)
- LAB
- lab(70.3 46.9 18.7)
- OKLCH
- oklch(75.8% 0.146 18.0)
Color intelligence
Displays accurately on every screen and translates well to print.
Temperature
warm
Nearest standard colors
- CSS: lightcoral#F08080 · ΔE 3.5
- RAL 3014 — Antique pink#D47479 · ΔE 8.8 · approximate
RAL values are widely published approximations of the physical standard. For Pantone-adjacent workflows, match by eye against a physical fan deck — Pantone's values are proprietary and device-dependent, so we don't print lookups.
Where Tulip works
- Web & UI: Use it decoratively — dividers, chart series, illustration accents — and let neutrals carry the type.
- Interiors: Use it where you want the eye to land — front door, built-ins, or one bold wall.
- Fashion: One garment in this color carries an outfit; two starts to compete.
- Branding: Commands attention in logos and packaging; balance it with generous neutral space.
- Branding: Best in a brand's supporting palette — packaging interiors, patterns, campaign accents.
Copy as — every ecosystem
Tints, shades, and tones of Tulip
Tints (lighter)
Shades (darker)
Color harmonies
Palettes built from Tulip by rotating its hue in OKLCH space. Click any swatch to copy its hex code.
Complementary
Analogous
Triadic
Split-complementary
Tetradic
Monochromatic
Contrast & accessibility
Aa — on white
contrast 2.31:1
AA failAAA failAA large fail
Aa — on black
contrast 9.10:1
AA passAAA passAA large pass
Best text color on a Tulip background: #000000
Palettes featuring Tulip
Tulip with its complement
Soft neighbors of Tulip
Tulip triad
Similar colors
- Anime Blush#FF7A83 · ΔE 2.7
- Light Red#FF7F7F · ΔE 3.0
- Meat#F08080 · ΔE 3.5
- Momo Peach#F47983 · ΔE 3.7
- Pink Porky#EE9091 · ΔE 3.7
- Mad Pinker#FF9899 · ΔE 3.8
Looking for maximum contrast instead? The complement of Tulip is closest to Petrichor.
Tulip FAQs
What color is Tulip?
Tulip is a light red with the hex code #FF878D. In HSL terms it has a hue of 357°, 100% saturation, and 76% lightness.
What is the hex code for Tulip?
The hex code for Tulip is #FF878D. In RGB it's rgb(255, 135, 141), and in CMYK it's cmyk(0%, 47%, 45%, 0%).
What colors go well with Tulip?
Tulip pairs naturally with cyan tones from its complementary harmony, and with green accents from its split-complementary palette. Its own tints and shades always work as a monochrome scheme.
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