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
522D54
RGB
82, 45, 84
HSL
297, 30%, 25%
HSB
297, 46%, 33%
CMYK
2, 46, 0, 67
LAB
25, 23, -17
LCH
25, 28, 324
OKLCH
0.36, 0.08, 325
XYZ
6, 4, 9
LUV
25, 16, -22
HWB
297, 18%, 67%
Pantone
208 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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