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
551C4C
RGB
85, 28, 76
HSL
309, 50%, 22%
HSB
309, 67%, 33%
CMYK
0, 67, 11, 67
LAB
21, 32, -17
LCH
21, 36, 332
OKLCH
0.33, 0.11, 334
XYZ
5, 3, 7
LUV
21, 24, -22
HWB
309, 11%, 67%
Pantone
208 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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