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
550E69
RGB
85, 14, 105
HSL
287, 76%, 23%
HSB
287, 87%, 41%
CMYK
19, 87, 0, 59
LAB
21, 41, -36
LCH
21, 55, 319
OKLCH
0.34, 0.15, 317
XYZ
6, 3, 14
LUV
21, 19, -44
HWB
287, 5%, 59%
Pantone
2602 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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