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
57475F
RGB
87, 71, 95
HSL
280, 14%, 33%
HSB
280, 25%, 37%
CMYK
8, 25, 0, 63
LAB
33, 11, -12
LCH
33, 16, 313
OKLCH
0.42, 0.04, 314
XYZ
8, 7, 12
LUV
33, 7, -16
HWB
280, 28%, 63%
Pantone
Cool Gray 11 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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