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
370D36
RGB
55, 13, 54
HSL
301, 62%, 13%
HSB
301, 76%, 22%
CMYK
0, 76, 2, 78
LAB
12, 26, -16
LCH
12, 30, 327
OKLCH
0.25, 0.09, 329
XYZ
2, 1, 4
LUV
12, 13, -16
HWB
301, 5%, 78%
Pantone
208 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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