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
300F27
RGB
48, 15, 39
HSL
316, 52%, 12%
HSB
316, 69%, 19%
CMYK
0, 69, 19, 81
LAB
10, 20, -8
LCH
10, 21, 337
OKLCH
0.23, 0.06, 339
XYZ
2, 1, 2
LUV
10, 11, -8
HWB
316, 6%, 81%
Pantone
Black C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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