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
735A71
RGB
115, 90, 113
HSL
305, 12%, 40%
HSB
305, 22%, 45%
CMYK
0, 22, 2, 55
LAB
41, 14, -9
LCH
41, 16, 327
OKLCH
0.50, 0.05, 329
XYZ
14, 12, 17
LUV
41, 13, -14
HWB
305, 35%, 55%
Pantone
Cool Gray 11 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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