HEX Color Code #880345

Characterized by its dark pink presence, #880345 works across hero sections, button themes, and accent overlays. Get its exact RGB, HSL, and CMYK values below, plus curated similar shades.

What Color Is #880345?

When rendered, #880345 appears as a dark pink shade. The R:136, G:3, B:69 breakdown shows a pink-dominant profile with dark depth. At 27% lightness, it sits in the lower half of the brightness range.

Color Meaning of #880345

Designers choose pink tones when their projects require compassion, romance, and tenderness. #880345 inherits these qualities while its dark nature adds visual weight that commands attention and establishes hierarchy.

Where to Use HEX Code #880345

Onboarding flow illustrations and background washes that set a welcoming pink tone

Skeleton screen shimmer effects — subtle dark pink pulses feel natural during loading

Sidebar active-state indicators that help users orient within complex multi-panel layouts

Tag and chip components where pink backgrounds pair with contrasting text for quick scanning

Customer testimonial section accents that frame quotes with visual warmth

API documentation color swatches and code highlighting themes

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HEX Code #880345 in Design Systems

Design token strategy for #880345: assign it as color.pink.dark in your token hierarchy. From this base, compute tint/shade ramps programmatically using OKLCH (preferred for perceptual uniformity) or HSL adjustments. Export tokens to CSS, iOS, and Android through Style Dictionary or Tokens Studio.

Contrast data: perceived brightness 50/255 positions this color in the dark range where white text at 100% opacity meets WCAG AA. For non-text elements like icons and borders, a 3:1 contrast ratio against the background is the minimum standard.

FAQ About HEX Color Code #880345

What color is #880345?

#880345 produces a dark pink tone. The RGB breakdown (136, 3, 69) shows how the three light channels combine to create this specific pink hue at 330° on the color wheel.

Is #880345 a dark or light color?

#880345 registers as a dark color at 50/255 perceived brightness. In practical terms, white (#FFFFFF) or very light text will provide the best readability.

What colors go well with #880345?

Complementary pairing (≈150° hue) creates energetic contrast with #880345. Split-complementary (±150°) adds variety with less tension. Monochromatic schemes — lighter and darker pink shades — are the safest harmonious option.

Can I use #880345 for branding?

#880345 can serve as a primary or secondary brand color. Before committing, verify it renders well in both RGB (screens) and CMYK (print), test it against competitor palettes for differentiation, and confirm it meets WCAG contrast requirements in all planned applications.

How do I convert #880345 to other color formats?

Convert #880345 to RGB(136, 3, 69) by splitting the hex into three pairs and converting each from base-16 to base-10. HSL(330°, 96%, 27%) is derived from the RGB values using the standard algorithm. Visit our HEX to HSL converter for additional formats.