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
70487D
RGB
112, 72, 125
HSL
285, 27%, 39%
HSB
285, 42%, 49%
CMYK
10, 42, 0, 51
LAB
37, 25, -23
LCH
37, 34, 317
OKLCH
0.47, 0.10, 318
XYZ
13, 10, 21
LUV
37, 17, -35
HWB
285, 28%, 51%
Pantone
2602 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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