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
704173
RGB
112, 65, 115
HSL
296, 28%, 35%
HSB
296, 43%, 45%
CMYK
3, 43, 0, 55
LAB
35, 27, -20
LCH
35, 34, 323
OKLCH
0.45, 0.10, 325
XYZ
12, 8, 17
LUV
35, 21, -31
HWB
296, 25%, 55%
Pantone
2602 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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