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
714784
RGB
113, 71, 132
HSL
281, 30%, 40%
HSB
281, 46%, 52%
CMYK
14, 46, 0, 48
LAB
37, 27, -27
LCH
37, 38, 315
OKLCH
0.47, 0.11, 315
XYZ
13, 10, 23
LUV
37, 17, -41
HWB
281, 28%, 48%
Pantone
2602 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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