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
776287
RGB
119, 98, 135
HSL
274, 16%, 46%
HSB
274, 27%, 53%
CMYK
12, 27, 0, 47
LAB
45, 14, -17
LCH
45, 23, 310
OKLCH
0.53, 0.06, 310
XYZ
16, 14, 25
LUV
45, 9, -27
HWB
274, 38%, 47%
Pantone
5285 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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