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
301436
RGB
48, 20, 54
HSL
289, 46%, 15%
HSB
289, 63%, 21%
CMYK
11, 63, 0, 79
LAB
12, 19, -16
LCH
12, 25, 320
OKLCH
0.25, 0.07, 320
XYZ
2, 1, 4
LUV
12, 8, -15
HWB
289, 8%, 79%
Pantone
Black C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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