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
503255
RGB
80, 50, 85
HSL
291, 26%, 26%
HSB
291, 41%, 33%
CMYK
6, 41, 0, 67
LAB
26, 19, -16
LCH
26, 25, 320
OKLCH
0.37, 0.07, 322
XYZ
6, 5, 9
LUV
26, 13, -21
HWB
291, 20%, 67%
Pantone
208 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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