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
745985
RGB
116, 89, 133
HSL
277, 20%, 44%
HSB
277, 33%, 52%
CMYK
13, 33, 0, 48
LAB
42, 18, -20
LCH
42, 27, 311
OKLCH
0.51, 0.07, 312
XYZ
15, 13, 24
LUV
42, 11, -31
HWB
277, 35%, 48%
Pantone
Cool Gray 11 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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