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
561972
RGB
86, 25, 114
HSL
281, 64%, 27%
HSB
281, 78%, 45%
CMYK
25, 78, 0, 55
LAB
23, 39, -39
LCH
23, 55, 315
OKLCH
0.36, 0.15, 313
XYZ
7, 4, 16
LUV
23, 16, -48
HWB
281, 10%, 55%
Pantone
2602 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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