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
78236B
RGB
120, 35, 107
HSL
309, 55%, 30%
HSB
309, 71%, 47%
CMYK
0, 71, 11, 53
LAB
30, 43, -22
LCH
30, 49, 333
OKLCH
0.42, 0.15, 335
XYZ
11, 6, 15
LUV
30, 39, -35
HWB
309, 14%, 53%
Pantone
2602 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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