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
6D385D
RGB
109, 56, 93
HSL
318, 32%, 32%
HSB
318, 49%, 43%
CMYK
0, 49, 15, 57
LAB
32, 28, -11
LCH
32, 30, 338
OKLCH
0.42, 0.09, 340
XYZ
10, 7, 11
LUV
32, 28, -19
HWB
318, 22%, 57%
Pantone
208 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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