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
640E56
RGB
100, 14, 86
HSL
310, 75%, 22%
HSB
310, 86%, 39%
CMYK
0, 86, 14, 61
LAB
23, 42, -21
LCH
23, 47, 334
OKLCH
0.35, 0.14, 336
XYZ
7, 4, 9
LUV
23, 35, -29
HWB
310, 5%, 61%
Pantone
208 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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