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
77557C
RGB
119, 85, 124
HSL
292, 19%, 41%
HSB
292, 31%, 49%
CMYK
4, 31, 0, 51
LAB
41, 20, -16
LCH
41, 26, 321
OKLCH
0.50, 0.07, 322
XYZ
14, 12, 21
LUV
41, 16, -26
HWB
292, 33%, 51%
Pantone
Cool Gray 11 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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