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
80607D
RGB
128, 96, 125
HSL
306, 14%, 44%
HSB
306, 25%, 50%
CMYK
0, 25, 2, 50
LAB
45, 17, -11
LCH
45, 21, 327
OKLCH
0.53, 0.06, 330
XYZ
17, 14, 21
LUV
45, 16, -18
HWB
306, 38%, 50%
Pantone
5285 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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