Sunset Punch & Blush is a vivid split color palette tagged sunset, gradient, pink. The hues span about 90°, enough contrast to create a focal point without the harshness of true complements. These are bold, punchy colors that need generous white space around them. The overall temperature is warm.
Color codes click any value to copy
| Swatch | Name | HEX | RGB | HSL | OKLCH |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blush | #CD5973 | rgb(205, 89, 115) | hsl(347, 54%, 58%) | oklch(61.7% 0.149 9) | |
| Punch | #DD5634 | rgb(221, 86, 52) | hsl(12, 71%, 54%) | oklch(62.6% 0.176 35) | |
| Orchid | #C181DD | rgb(193, 129, 221) | hsl(282, 58%, 69%) | oklch(70.2% 0.146 315) | |
| Cotton Candy | #FFAADF | rgb(255, 170, 223) | hsl(323, 100%, 83%) | oklch(83.6% 0.119 342) |
Why it works and how to use it
It works because the lightness steps are gentle (54% to 83%), which keeps the mood consistent from edge to edge. Try it for websites, presentations and branding.
- Background: Cotton Candy (#FFAADF) is the lightest color, so it belongs on large surfaces.
- Text: Blush (#CD5973) on #FFAADF gives 2.29:1, so pair it with a darker neutral for body copy.
- Primary: Punch (#DD5634) is the most saturated mid-tone; use it for buttons and links with a border or a darker shade for contrast.
- Accent: Orchid (#C181DD) for highlights, badges and hover states.
No pair inside the palette reaches 4.5:1, so add black or white for body text.
Preview on a real UI see how the palette feels in context
Design faster with Sunset Punch & Blush
A palette preview that turns four colors into a page, so you can judge hierarchy, contrast and mood before you commit.
Primary action SecondaryColor blindness simulation
Color-blind check: all four colors stay distinguishable under protanopia, deuteranopia and tritanopia.
Contrast check WCAG ratios between palette colors
| Pair | Sample | Ratio | Level |
|---|---|---|---|
#CD5973 on #FFAADF | Aa | 2.29:1 | Fail |
#DD5634 on #FFAADF | Aa | 2.21:1 | Fail |
#C181DD on #FFAADF | Aa | 1.62:1 | Fail |
#CD5973 on #C181DD | Aa | 1.41:1 | Fail |
#DD5634 on #C181DD | Aa | 1.37:1 | Fail |
#CD5973 on #DD5634 | Aa | 1.03:1 | Fail |