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
71507A
RGB
113, 80, 122
HSL
287, 21%, 40%
HSB
287, 34%, 48%
CMYK
7, 34, 0, 52
LAB
39, 20, -18
LCH
39, 27, 318
OKLCH
0.48, 0.08, 319
XYZ
13, 11, 20
LUV
39, 15, -28
HWB
287, 31%, 52%
Pantone
Cool Gray 11 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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