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
804D86
RGB
128, 77, 134
HSL
294, 27%, 41%
HSB
294, 43%, 53%
CMYK
4, 43, 0, 47
LAB
41, 29, -23
LCH
41, 37, 322
OKLCH
0.50, 0.11, 323
XYZ
16, 12, 24
LUV
41, 23, -36
HWB
294, 30%, 47%
Pantone
2602 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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