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
46265B
RGB
70, 38, 91
HSL
276, 41%, 25%
HSB
276, 58%, 36%
CMYK
23, 58, 0, 64
LAB
22, 24, -26
LCH
22, 35, 312
OKLCH
0.34, 0.10, 310
XYZ
5, 3, 10
LUV
22, 10, -32
HWB
276, 15%, 64%
Pantone
2685 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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