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
765488
RGB
118, 84, 136
HSL
279, 24%, 43%
HSB
279, 38%, 53%
CMYK
13, 38, 0, 47
LAB
41, 22, -24
LCH
41, 32, 313
OKLCH
0.50, 0.09, 313
XYZ
15, 12, 25
LUV
41, 14, -36
HWB
279, 33%, 47%
Pantone
2602 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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