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
2D162B
RGB
45, 22, 43
HSL
305, 34%, 13%
HSB
305, 51%, 18%
CMYK
0, 51, 4, 82
LAB
11, 15, -9
LCH
11, 17, 328
OKLCH
0.24, 0.05, 330
XYZ
2, 1, 2
LUV
11, 8, -9
HWB
305, 9%, 82%
Pantone
Black C
Harmonies
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