What Color is Flamingo pink
Flamingo pink is a vibrant and warm hue that captures the essence of tropical landscapes. It radiates a playful energy while maintaining a sophisticated, soft edge. This shade serves as a bridge between coral and traditional magenta, representing a spirited approach to design.
What color is opposite Flamingo pink?
The opposite color to Flamingo pink is Aquamarine (#8dfcde).
Additional Information
- Color Family: Pink
- Temperature: Warm
- Associated Season: Spring
- Complementary Color: #8DFCDE
- Brightness: 178/255
- Saturation: 44%
Colors That Pair Well With Flamingo pink
Complementary
Pair with Aquamarine for a harmonious, balanced look. Great for backgrounds and accents.
High Contrast
Use Watercourse for maximum readability. Ideal for text or critical UI elements.
Harmonious Depth
Use lighter and darker shades for a sophisticated, cohesive design. Great for backgrounds, text, and subtle accents.
Color Variations
Tints (add white)
Tones (add grey)
Flamingo pink History
The term was first documented as a color name in English in 1897, though the shade's cultural peak arrived during the Mid-Century Modern movement of the 1950s. In 1957, Don Featherstone designed the iconic plastic lawn flamingo, which transformed this specific pigment into a global symbol of kitsch and suburban leisure.
Before modern chemistry, achieving such a saturated pink was difficult; artists relied on fugitive lake pigments or expensive cochineal dyes. The development of synthetic fluorescent dyes in the 20th century finally allowed textiles to mimic the biological brilliance of the bird's plumage, cementing the color's place in Miami Art Deco and pop art history.
Meaning & Psychology
Psychologically, this color evokes optimism and high social energy, acting as a stimulant for conversation and appetite. It is less aggressive than red but more demanding than pastel pink, making it a symbol of confidence and extroversion in any environment.
In modern branding, it signals creativity and a rejection of the mundane. Culturally, it oscillates between the flamboyance of drag culture and the relaxed luxury of high-end seaside resorts, remaining a friendly yet bold choice for personal expression.
In Nature
In the natural world, this color is a biological masterpiece driven by carotenoids, specifically canthaxanthin, which birds ingest through crustaceans and blue-green algae. Without these dietary pigments, the feathers would fade to white. The shade also appears in the petals of tropical hibiscus and the fleeting light of a sunset when atmospheric particles scatter shorter wavelengths, reflecting a rare biological brilliance.
How To Use Flamingo pink
As a senior designer, I recommend using Flamingo pink as an accent hue to avoid overwhelming the user's visual field. It possesses excellent visibility, making it ideal for call-to-action buttons, but it requires a dark companion like charcoal or navy to ensure WCAG accessibility compliance.
Pair it with citrus tones for a summer-themed aesthetic or with muted teals to create a classic complementary balance. In digital interfaces, this saturated shade works best against neutral backgrounds where it can pop without causing significant chromostereopsis or eye fatigue.
Related Words
Curated Palettes
Miami Deco
A retro-inspired palette pulling from 1950s coastal architecture.
Tropical Punch
High-energy, high-contrast colors for bold branding and youth-oriented design.
Sunset Solstice
A sophisticated gradient mimicking the transition of light at dusk.
Color Conversions
Color Blindness Simulation
CSS Snippets
color: #FC8EAC;
color: rgb(252, 142, 172);
background-color: #FC8EAC;
border: 3px solid #FC8EAC;
box-shadow: 0 4px 12px #FC8EAC66;
background: linear-gradient(135deg, #FC8EAC 0%, #ffffff 100%);
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What Goes With Flamingo pink?
Explore color palettes containing Flamingo pink and discover harmonious combinations for your designs.
Analogous
Complementary
Split-complementary
Monochromatic
Accessibility
Contrast with Black and White
Contrast with Black
UI Examples
"Color is a power which directly influences the soul."
Contrast Ratio
Contrast with White
UI Examples
"Color is a power which directly influences the soul."
Contrast Ratio
Closest Color Matches
Polychromos
pink madder lake
#129 • #F389B2
Caran d'ache Luminance 6901
Hibiscus Pink
#094 • #BF6C80
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hex code for Flamingo pink?
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How do I use Flamingo pink in CSS?
You can use Flamingo pink in CSS with its hex code. Here is an example class:
.flamingo-pink {
background-color: #FC8EAC;
color: #FFFFFF;
}For more snippets including gradients, see the CSS snippets section.