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
2B0B30
RGB
43, 11, 48
HSL
292, 63%, 12%
HSB
292, 77%, 19%
CMYK
10, 77, 0, 81
LAB
9, 22, -17
LCH
9, 27, 322
OKLCH
0.22, 0.08, 322
XYZ
2, 1, 3
LUV
9, 8, -13
HWB
292, 4%, 81%
Pantone
5395 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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