What Color Does Red and White Make?

Red#FF0000
+
White#FFFFFF
=
#FF9E81
Pink

#FF9E81

Pink

HEX#FF9E81
RGBrgb(255, 158, 129)
HSLhsl(14°, 100%, 75%)
CMYKcmyk(0%, 38%, 49%, 0%)
CIELABLab(74.4, 33.1, 30.4)

Pantone (approx.)

163 CClose (ΔE 5.3)
170 CApproximate (ΔE 6.5)
162 CApproximate (ΔE 8.6)

RAL (approx.)

RAL 3012Beige redApproximate (ΔE 12.4)
RAL 2003Pastel orangeApproximate (ΔE 15.0)
RAL 2011Deep orangeFar (ΔE 15.1)

Pantone and RAL codes shown are mathematical approximations calculated by color distance (ΔE CIEDE2000). They are not officially certified values.

About This Color Combination

Adding white to red produces pink, with the specific shade depending heavily on the proportions used. A small amount of white creates a vivid hot pink, while larger additions yield pastel blush and baby pink tones. Pink is used across fashion, branding, and interior design to convey softness, playfulness, and femininity.

Usage Tips

In watercolor painting, diluting red with white creates delicate washes perfect for florals and skin tones. Interior designers use blush pink to add warmth without the intensity of red. In graphic design, pink palettes work well for beauty, lifestyle, and wellness brands. Try mixing warm reds like crimson for dusty roses versus cool reds for fuchsia pinks.

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