Psychology
Pink softens red's intensity — tender, playful, and intimate. Contemporary design has reclaimed it from purely feminine associations.
Meaning
Romance, sweetness, and (more recently) gender-fluid expression. Hot pinks signal energy and youth; dusty pinks feel grown-up and editorial.
Applications
Perfect for beauty, lifestyle, fashion, and challenger brands looking to stand out. Pair with deep charcoal or burgundy for editorial weight.
Conversion
HEX
26142E
RGB
38, 20, 46
HSL
282, 39%, 13%
HSB
282, 57%, 18%
CMYK
17, 57, 0, 82
LAB
10, 14, -14
LCH
10, 20, 315
OKLCH
0.23, 0.05, 315
XYZ
2, 1, 3
LUV
10, 5, -11
HWB
282, 8%, 82%
Pantone
Black C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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