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
561E76
RGB
86, 30, 118
HSL
278, 59%, 29%
HSB
278, 75%, 46%
CMYK
27, 75, 0, 54
LAB
24, 38, -40
LCH
24, 55, 314
OKLCH
0.37, 0.15, 310
XYZ
8, 4, 18
LUV
24, 15, -50
HWB
278, 12%, 54%
Pantone
2602 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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