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
2C162E
RGB
44, 22, 46
HSL
295, 35%, 13%
HSB
295, 52%, 18%
CMYK
4, 52, 0, 82
LAB
11, 15, -11
LCH
11, 19, 323
OKLCH
0.24, 0.05, 324
XYZ
2, 1, 3
LUV
11, 7, -11
HWB
295, 9%, 82%
Pantone
Black C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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