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
563E65
RGB
86, 62, 101
HSL
277, 24%, 32%
HSB
277, 39%, 40%
CMYK
15, 39, 0, 60
LAB
30, 17, -19
LCH
30, 25, 312
OKLCH
0.41, 0.07, 312
XYZ
8, 6, 13
LUV
30, 9, -26
HWB
277, 24%, 60%
Pantone
Cool Gray 11 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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