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
3D253A
RGB
61, 37, 58
HSL
308, 24%, 19%
HSB
308, 39%, 24%
CMYK
0, 39, 5, 76
LAB
18, 15, -9
LCH
18, 17, 329
OKLCH
0.30, 0.05, 331
XYZ
3, 3, 4
LUV
18, 10, -11
HWB
308, 15%, 76%
Pantone
Black C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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