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
482D5A
RGB
72, 45, 90
HSL
276, 33%, 26%
HSB
276, 50%, 35%
CMYK
20, 50, 0, 65
LAB
23, 20, -22
LCH
23, 30, 312
OKLCH
0.35, 0.08, 310
XYZ
5, 4, 10
LUV
23, 9, -28
HWB
276, 18%, 65%
Pantone
2685 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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