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
7E577B
RGB
126, 87, 123
HSL
305, 18%, 42%
HSB
305, 31%, 49%
CMYK
0, 31, 2, 51
LAB
42, 21, -14
LCH
42, 25, 327
OKLCH
0.51, 0.07, 329
XYZ
16, 13, 20
LUV
42, 20, -22
HWB
305, 34%, 51%
Pantone
208 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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