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
3D133E
RGB
61, 19, 62
HSL
299, 53%, 16%
HSB
299, 69%, 24%
CMYK
2, 69, 0, 76
LAB
14, 26, -18
LCH
14, 31, 325
OKLCH
0.27, 0.09, 327
XYZ
3, 2, 5
LUV
14, 14, -19
HWB
299, 7%, 76%
Pantone
2685 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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