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
71237E
RGB
113, 35, 126
HSL
291, 57%, 32%
HSB
291, 72%, 49%
CMYK
10, 72, 0, 51
LAB
30, 44, -35
LCH
30, 56, 321
OKLCH
0.42, 0.16, 322
XYZ
11, 6, 20
LUV
30, 28, -50
HWB
291, 14%, 51%
Pantone
2602 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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