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
2C1132
RGB
44, 17, 50
HSL
289, 49%, 13%
HSB
289, 66%, 20%
CMYK
12, 66, 0, 80
LAB
10, 19, -16
LCH
10, 25, 320
OKLCH
0.24, 0.07, 320
XYZ
2, 1, 3
LUV
10, 7, -14
HWB
289, 7%, 80%
Pantone
5395 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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