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
4E2C49
RGB
78, 44, 73
HSL
309, 28%, 24%
HSB
309, 44%, 31%
CMYK
0, 44, 6, 69
LAB
23, 20, -11
LCH
23, 23, 330
OKLCH
0.35, 0.07, 332
XYZ
5, 4, 7
LUV
23, 16, -15
HWB
309, 17%, 69%
Pantone
208 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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